Knowledge and Attitude toward Organ Donation and Transplantation among the Adult Population in Bisha, Saudi Arabia
Background: This study aims to raise awareness and perceptions regarding organ donation among adults in Bisha, Saudi Arabia. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted from May 2021 to April 2022 using a well-structured questionnaire distributed via media. Sociodemographic data and a...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_753_24 |
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| Summary: | Background:
This study aims to raise awareness and perceptions regarding organ donation among adults in Bisha, Saudi Arabia.
Methods:
An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted from May 2021 to April 2022 using a well-structured questionnaire distributed via media. Sociodemographic data and awareness of organ donation were evaluated.
Results:
Out of 417 respondents, 65.7% had average to good knowledge, and 69.8% had a positive attitude toward organ donation. Mass media was the primary information source (29%). Willingness to donate was motivated by saving lives (71.7%), while fear of health complications deterred others (56.6%).
Conclusions:
Improving knowledge and attitudes is crucial to addressing organ donation shortages. |
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| ISSN: | 0976-4879 0975-7406 |