Knowledge and Awareness for the Early Detection and Intervention of Short Stature among Families in Qassim Region 2021–2022: A Cross-Sectional study

Background: Short stature is a common reason for the referral of children to endocrinology clinics. A study in Saudi Arabia recorded relatively high frequency short among and adolescents. This condition multifactorial can be influenced by genetic factors, environmental or endocrine diseases. Early detection intervention are crucial steps long-term outcomes benefits.
 Aim: To evaluate knowledge awareness early stature.
 Methods: cross-sectional utilizing representative random cluster sample 384 participants living various cities Qassim region, including Buraydah, Unaizah, Alrass, Riyadh Al Khabra, places outside central region from October 2021 March 2022. achieve our goals, we used self-administered questionnaire that evaluated timely identification families region.
 Results: We received 469 surveys. The overall mean score was 2.04 (SD 0.92), with poor good levels identified 68.4% 31.6%, respectively. Higher scores were associated being married, having children, family history Conclusion: Based on data, conclude majority Qassimi have about stature.