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ArticleJournal of multimorbidity and comorbidity

Magnitude of multimorbidity and associated factors among stroke survivors in public hospitals of Ethiopia.

Getachew Azeze Eriku, Chalachew Mersha, Tesfa Kasa, Destaw Marie Merawie, Ermias Solomon Yalew, Mihret Dejen Takele

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Getachew Azeze ErikuDepartment of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6348-8750
Chalachew MershaDepartment of Physiotherapy, University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Tesfa KasaDepartment of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Destaw Marie MerawieDepartment of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Ermias Solomon YalewDepartment of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Mihret Dejen TakeleDepartment of Physiotherapy, School of Medicine, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.

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Background: Multimorbidity is a growing global challenge, associated with premature death, impaired activities of daily living, reduced capacity for independent living, poor functional outcomes, and lower quality of life. However, there is limited evidence on multimorbidity and their determining factors among stroke survivors in the Ethiopian context. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of multimorbidity and its associated factors among stroke survivors in public hospitals of Amhara Regional State Northwest Ethiopia. Methods: A multi-center, institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted from June 26 to August 30, 2024. Systematic random sampling was used to select 292 study participants. Data were collected using a structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire and chart review. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to identify factors associated with multimorbidity. Variables with a p-value < 0.05 in multivariable analysis were considered statistically significant. Result: The prevalence of multimorbidity was 72.9%. Hypertension was the most frequently reported comorbidity. Significant factors associated with multimorbidity included age 50 and above (AOR: 2.48, 95% CI: 1.29, 4.74), having no formal education (AOR: 3.72, 95% CI: 1.49, 9.26), secondary education (AOR: 3.76, 95% CI: 1.46, 9.73), use of assistive technology (AOR: 2.60, 95% CI: 1.32, 5.09), duration of hospitalization (AOR:3.08,95%CI:1.37,6.95) Conclusions: Multimorbidity is highly prevalent. Targeted interventions particular focus on aged population, educational status, assistive technology provision, and post-stroke disability are essential to improve health outcomes.

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PMCPMC13199702

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