KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PRACTICE TOWARD LIVER FIBROSIS/CIRRHOSIS AND TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE TREATMENT AMONG MEDICAL STAFF

Abstract

Objectives: This research aimed to assess toward liver fibrosis/cirrhosis and treatment, and to explore the association between KAP scores and demographic factors. Methods: Demographic information and KAP scores were collected through a self-administered questionnaire. Results: A total of 262 questionnaires were collected, with 155 (69.82%) females and a mean age of 32.83±8.17 years. Mean knowledge, attitude, and practice scores were 15.99 ± 4.58, 22.69 ± 4.11, and 23.09 ± 3.36, respectively. Working in a teaching hospital (OR = 3.562, 95% CI 1.214 - 10.448) was independently associated with adequate knowledge. Knowledge score (OR = 1.104, 95% CI 1.026 - 1.186) was independently linked to a positive attitude. Knowledge (OR = 1.263, 95% CI: 1.166 - 1.368) and attitude score (OR = 1.105, 95% CI 1.010 - 1.198) were independent predictors of proactive practice. Pathway analysis revealed that knowledge positively affected attitude (β = 0.24, P<0.001) and practice (β = 0.30, P<0.001), and attitude directly influenced practice (β = 0.22, P<0.001). Conclusion: Medical staff demonstrated adequate knowledge, a negative attitude, and proactive practices regarding liver fibrosis/cirrhosis and TCM treatment. Targeted educational programs, interdisciplinary training, and awareness campaigns should be implemented to improve attitudes and promote proactive patient care.