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ArticlePloS one2022

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards COVID-19 pandemic among pregnant women in a tertiary hospital in Karachi, Pakistan.

Sumaira Naz, Syeda Dur E Shawar, Shamila Saleem, Ayesha Malik, Amir Raza

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Article in PloS one, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.

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Sumaira NazDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.ORCID 0000-0001-8897-6419
Syeda Dur E ShawarDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
Shamila SaleemDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
Ayesha MalikDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.ORCID 0000-0002-2553-9569
Amir RazaDepartment of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
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Abstract

backgroundThe aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) of the pregnant population during the COVID-19 pandemic in a tertiary care hospital.

methodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted at Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. KAP towards COVID-19 was assessed using 21-item questionnaires. A score for each category was calculated and points were summed. The outcome variables of KAP were compared with demographic characteristics. Data were analyzed by using SPSS 19.

resultsA total of 377 patients participated in the study. The majority of the patients were multiparous (36.8%) in the age group of 30-40years (42.4%). More than 90% of patients were aware of COVID-19 symptoms and mode of transmission. They were aware of no cure for disease and optimum social distance. Although < 50% of patients truly answered the questions regarding the impact of COVID-19 on the risk of congenital malformation, vertical transmission, and the effect of infection on the mode of delivery. Regarding attitude and practices,> 90% of patients were anxious about fetal and personal safety, they are using a facemask, sanitizing their hands regularly, and avoiding social gatherings. Univariate and multivariable linear regression analysis showed statistically significant results among demographic variables (age, parity, family members, occupational status, and source of information).

conclusionPregnant patients demonstrated inadequate knowledge regarding the impact of COVID-19 on pregnancy. However positive attitude and practices on preventive measures were good. This highlights the need for health education for pregnant women for COVID-19 to improve knowledge on a constant basis.

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COVID-19Pregnant PeopleAdultCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHumansPakistanPandemicsPregnancyTertiary Care Centers

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