Physicians' knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding the use of glucocorticoids in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to investigate physicians' knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) regarding the use of glucocorticoids in the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Methods

A multicenter cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March 2024 in China, spearheaded by the Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine. A self-designed structured questionnaire was used to collect demographic data and assess participants' KAP scores.

Results

A total of 359 valid responses were included in the analysis. Of the participants, 211 (58.77%) were female, and 260 (72.42%) had attended relevant lectures or training. The mean scores for knowledge, attitude, and practice were 45.96 ± 7.80 (range: 11-55), 51.83 ± 5.14 (range: 12

SUBMITTER: Zhang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12518364 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature