Evaluation and Assessment of Community Awareness About Coronary Artery Disease in the Aseer Region.

ABSTRACT: Background Coronary artery disease (CAD), a severe cardiovascular disorder, still remains the major reason for death among adults. In Saudi Arabia, the most common risk factors noticed were hypertension, diabetes, smoking, and dyslipidemia. To date, various therapies have been used for managing CAD, but primary prevention remains the cornerstone to reducing the incidence of CAD-linked mortality and morbidity. The present research aimed to evaluate public awareness levels about CAD in the Aseer region of Saudi Arabia. Materials and methods A structured questionnaire was used to assess the demographic variables, information regarding risk factors, and knowledge and awareness about CAD. To analyze the knowledge and awareness of the general population regarding CAD, 26 well-constructed questio

SUBMITTER: Ul Sabah Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9682365 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature