Nationwide cross-sectional study assesses hepatitis B knowledge, attitudes, and practices in adults, highlighting critical gaps.
Key Points
The study aims to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding hepatitis B infection prevention and identify predictors among the adult population in Saudi Arabia.
Nationwide cross-sectional study using convenience sampling methodology.
Validated self-administered questionnaire distributed online across Saudi Arabia.
Multivariable linear regression adjusted for sociodemographic covariates to identify predictors.
54.2% of participants demonstrated good knowledge, 68.5% showed positive attitudes, and only 16.2% exhibited good preventive practices.
Educational program participation predicted higher KAP scores: knowledge (β = +1.89, p < 0.001), attitude (β = +0.47, p < 0.001), practice (β = +1.43, p < 0.001).
Low rates of screening (14.6%) and vaccination uptake (26.5%) highlight a significant knowledge-practice gap.