Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding keratopathy among diabetic patients.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aims to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding keratopathy among diabetic patients.

Methods

A web-based cross-sectional study was conducted between May 26, 2023, and September 18, 2023, at Yantai Shan Hospital and Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital. Demographic information and KAP were assessed through the distribution of questionnaires.

Results

Among the 521 participants, average knowledge, attitude, and practice scores were 6.11 ± 4.53, 27.61 ± 4.41, and 37.25 ± 5.21, respectively. Path analysis revealed a significant association between attitude and knowledge (β = 0.416, P < 0.001), and practice(β = 0.683, P < 0.001). Multivariate logistic regression indicated that attitude score (OR = 1.288, 95%CI: 1.203-1.379, P < 0.001

SUBMITTER: Sun J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11600788 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature