Radiology knowledge and career interest among medical students in Egypt, Libya, and Yemen: a multicenter cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Radiology plays a crucial role in diagnosing and managing numerous diseases, yet it remains underrepresented in many medical school curricula. This is the first multicenter study to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes of Arab medical students towards radiology, aiming to identify educational disparities and their potential causes.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted across three Arab countries: Egypt, Libya, and Yemen. It targeted medical students in their 4th, 5th, or 6th year, as well as postgraduate internship year. Data was collected using an online questionnaire comprising 38 questions organized into seven sections. The questions were formatted using a multiple-choice Likert scale and yes/no responses. Statistical analysis was carried out using

SUBMITTER: Kashbour M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12581486 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature