ASSESSMENT OF PERCEPTION AND AWARENESS ABOUT DEVELOPMENTAL DYSPLASIA OF THE HIP, SIGNS & SYMPTOMS AMONG PARENTS IN KSA

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  • Abdulmalik B Albaker, Ahmed Sultan Alghamdi, Salah Salman Aljameeli, Yasser A Alharthi, Majed Ashraf Alghamdi, Alwaleed Mansour Alshamrani, Abdullah Mohammed Alsaady, Abdullah Y. Asiri, Sami Alhumaidi Almutairi, Khames T. Alzahrani Author

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Introduction: Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a prevalent orthopedic disorder in infants globally, occurring at a rate of 11.5 per 1000 births. Risk factors include breech birth, female sex, family history, and being the firstborn. In Saudi Arabia, DDH affects 10.46 per 1000 live births, with higher prevalence in females and those with relevant family or breech delivery history. Despite some awareness among Saudi parents, there is still insufficient understanding of DDH causes, symptoms, and treatments. This lack of knowledge, especially among mothers and family physicians, is concerning due to the potential long-term consequences if DDH remains undiagnosed or untreated. Objective: To evaluate parents' knowledge and awareness of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and their attitude toward seeking medical attention in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methodology: This cross-sectional study used a questionnaire across Saudi Arabia. The study targeted adults aged 18 and older, with an estimated sample size of 350 participants. Data collected through a self-administered validated questionnaire in Arabic and English. Results: The study surveyed 533 participants in Saudi Arabia to assess perceptions and awareness of DDH. Findings revealed a predominantly young demographic, with 62.3% having some knowledge of DDH, primarily sourced from family and friends. Alarmingly, 70.9% were unaware of the condition's causes, and 79.5% had no direct experience with hip displacement, highlighting significant gaps in health awareness. While 21.8% reported complete recovery post-treatment, a substantial 55% were uncertain about their children's outcomes, reflecting the critical need for enhanced education on DDH to facilitate early diagnosis and intervention among parents in the region. Conclusion: In conclusion, the present study underscores a critical need for enhanced awareness and understanding of developmental dysplasia of the hip among parents in Saudi Arabia. The findings reveal significant gaps in knowledge regarding risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options, which could have profound implications for early diagnosis and intervention.

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2025-01-26

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ASSESSMENT OF PERCEPTION AND AWARENESS ABOUT DEVELOPMENTAL DYSPLASIA OF THE HIP, SIGNS & SYMPTOMS AMONG PARENTS IN KSA. (2025). CAHIERS MAGELLANES-NS, 1018-1031. https://magellanes.com/index.php/CMN/article/view/1281