背景:造血干细胞移植(HSCT)是治疗各种疾病的重要医学干预措施。首选方法,即,骨髓移植和外周血干细胞移植,拯救了生命,引起了人们的注意。沙特阿拉伯,镰状细胞病和白血病发病率高,面临着为HSCT匹配捐赠者的挑战。像知识这样的因素,态度,文化信仰,和获取信息影响捐赠决策。
方法:2023年5月,在沙特阿拉伯进行了一项横断面在线调查,针对普通人群。数据是通过在线问卷收集的,分析人口统计学,知识,态度,以及影响捐赠意愿的因素。
结果:人口统计学分析显示,女性,年轻人(18-25岁),那些受过高等教育的人,医护人员有更好的知识。对捐赠的态度各不相同:42.4%的人愿意捐赠,57.6%没有。心理障碍,健康问题,疼痛,知识不足影响了捐赠的不愿。在参与者中,3.5%是注册干细胞捐献者,58.8%的人表示愿意但未登记。捐赠者的意图受到家庭成员对移植和知识需求的影响。大多数人(56.6%)支持雇主对健康计划的支持,而65.7%的人认为政府资金应该帮助捐助者。
结论:HSCT对于治疗沙特阿拉伯的镰状细胞和白血病等疾病至关重要。虽然许多人认识到它的重要性,关于其细节和捐赠的知识差距阻止了潜在的捐赠者。加强宣传运动以及雇主和政府的支持可以增加捐助者的注册。
BACKGROUND: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a vital medical intervention for treating various conditions. The preferred methods, i.e., bone marrow transplantation and peripheral blood stem cell transplantation, have saved lives and attracted attention. Saudi Arabia, with a high sickle cell disease and leukemia incidence, faces the challenge of matching donors for HSCT. Factors like knowledge, attitudes, cultural beliefs, and access to information impact
donation decisions.
METHODS: In May 2023, a cross-sectional online survey was conducted in Saudi Arabia, targeting the general population. Data were collected through an online questionnaire, analyzing demographics, knowledge, attitudes, and factors influencing
donation intention.
RESULTS: Demographic analysis showed that females, younger individuals (18-25 years), those with higher education, and healthcare workers had better knowledge. Attitudes toward
donation varied: 42.4% were willing to donate, while 57.6% were not. Psychological barriers, health concerns, pain, and inadequate knowledge influenced
donation reluctance. Of the participants, 3.5% were registered stem cell donors, with 58.8% expressing willingness but not registered. Donors\' intent was influenced by family members\' need for transplants and knowledge. A majority (56.6%) supported employer support for health programs, while 65.7% believed government funding should assist donors.
CONCLUSIONS: HSCT is vital in treating diseases like sickle cell and leukemia in Saudi Arabia. While many recognize its importance, knowledge gaps about its specifics and
donation deter potential donors. Enhanced awareness campaigns and support from employers and the government could increase donor registrations.