Knowledge, attitude, and practices toward Hepatitis B infection among hemodialysis patients: A nationwide study in Jordan.

ABSTRACT: The Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a prevalent blood-borne illness, posing a significant risk to hemodialysis patients particularly due to their potential immunosuppressed status. This study aimed to address HBV awareness among Jordanian hemodialysis patients, filling a gap in regional research. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at a multicenter governmental hospital in Jordan, with 389 participants. Among them, 61.3% were male, and 80.7% were over 38 years old. While 34% demonstrated a high level of knowledge, Participants with a higher degree of education and those working in the medical field were more informed. Although most participants had an inadequate understanding of HBV symptoms and transmission, they maintained positive attitudes and engaged in infection preventative

SUBMITTER: Alaridah N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11486397 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature