Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding floaters among patients.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aimed to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding floaters among patients with floaters.

Methods

This cross-sectional study enrolled participants diagnosed with floaters between April 2023 and October 2023 in Weifang, China. Demographic information and KAP regarding floaters were collected via web-based questionnaires.

Results

A total of 430 respondents were included, with 251 (58.37%) females. Of the respondents, 270 (62.79%) experienced their first episode of floaters for less than 1 year. Mean knowledge, attitude, and practice scores were 8.81 ± 4.20 (possible range: 0-13), 17.23 ± 5.05 (possible range: 6-30), and 14.67 ± 2.95 (possible range: 4-20), respectively. Correlation analyses revealed a significant positive

SUBMITTER: Zhang B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12283980 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature