Mohammad U. Almatani1*, Mohammad A. Ashshi2, Mohammed F. Ghannam2, Jawad M. felemban2, Ammar M. Juraybi2, Bandar R. Alotaibi1, Omar Babateen3
1MBBS. Medical Intern. College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University. Makkah, Saudi Arabia
2Medical Student. College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University. Makkah, Saudi Arabia
3MD, PhD. Assistant Professor of neurophysiology, Surgical neurophysiologist. College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University. Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Volume: Special Issue | Pages: 69-79| April 2025| https://doi.org/10.54940/ms46824445 | PDF
Received:23/11/2024 |Accepted:19/03/2025
*Corresponding Author: mohammed.almatani11@gmail.com
Abstract
Background: Transient ischemic attack (TIA), characterized by temporary neurological dysfunction due to reduced cerebral blood flow, poses a significant stroke risk. However, this study aims to assess the level of knowledge and awareness about TIA among Saudi adults in this area. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Western region of Saudi Arabia from November 2023 to July 2024 by using an online questionnaire. Participant were Saudi adults aged 18 years or older. Results: A total of 442 participants were surveyed to assess their demographic profiles, understanding of TIA, awareness of risk factors, and knowledge of appropriate actions and management principles. Results showed that (57.7%) correctly identified TIA as a temporary blockage of brain blood flow, while (10.2%) had misconceptions. About (61.3%) recognized TIA as a stroke warning sign and (63.6%) acknowledged it as an emergency. Hypertension was the most recognized risk factor (86%), followed by diabetes mellitus (51.1%), with only (25.3%) identify-ing atrial fibrillation as a risk factor. In terms of action, (74.7%) would call an ambulance for TIA symp-toms, (64.5%) knew about blood thinners in TIA management, and (79.6%) understood early intervention’s importance. Preventive measures, such as managing high blood pressure (59.5%) and adopting a healthy lifestyle (65.4%), were also recognized. Conclusion: Knowledge levels varied significantly by age, sex, occupation, marital status, and income, with younger, male, student, unmarried, and higher-income indi-viduals showing greater awareness. The findings indicate a notable gap in TIA knowledge, underscoring the need for targeted public health initiatives.
Keywords
Transient Ischemic Attack, TIA, stroke awareness, publichealth, risk factors, emergency response, Saudi Arabia
How to Cite
Almatani, M. Ashshi, M. Ghannam, M. felemban, J. Juraybi, A. Alotaibi, B. Babateen, O. (2025). ong Adults in the Western Re-gion of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study, Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Medical Sciences, Special Issue, 69-79.https://doi.org/10.54940/ms46824445
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