Knowledge and Treatment of Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia Versus Gout Among Physicians in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gout and asymptomatic hyperuricemia (AH) are common conditions for elevated levels of uric acid in the blood. While gout is a well-known and widely recognized condition, AH may be less familiar to healthcare professionals. This study aimed to estimate and determine the knowledge and treatment of AH versus gout among physicians in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

A standardized, online validated questionnaire was used to collect data from physicians in Saudi Arabia. The tool comprised two parts: a 3-item section on demographics and a 37-item section assessing knowledge (18 items) and practice (19 items) related to the management of AH and gout. Convenience sampling was employed for participant recruitment. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, and <

SUBMITTER: Alammari YM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12607793 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature