Fayez Khulaif Alanazi

Dr. Fayez Khulaif Alanazi

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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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16 August 2025 in Women
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HAHind N. Alenezi
Hind N. Alenezi
FAFayez Khulaif Alanazi
Fayez Khulaif Alanazi
AMAlhanouf Bin Muhanna
Alhanouf Bin Muhanna
SSShadi Softa
Shadi Softa
BABaraah AbuAlsel
Baraah AbuAlsel
Manal S. FawzyManal S. Fawzy
Manal S. Fawzy
Objective: To assess gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) awareness among women in the Northern Borders Province of Saudi Arabia and identify factors associated with knowledge levels. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 461 women using a structured, validated online questionnaire assessing demographics, medical history, and knowledge of GDM’s effects on maternal and neonatal outcomes. Associations between demographic factors and GDM awareness were analyzed using chi-square tests. Results: Most participants (98.5%) were Saudi nationals, with a mean age of 34.5 ± 10.0 years; 82.6% had university-level education. Overall, 42.3% demonstrated fair awareness of GDM, 34.3% had good awareness, and 23.4% had poor awareness. Knowledge of GDM’s maternal complications varied: 70% recognized the risk of emergency cesarean section, but only 8.2% were aware of increased preeclampsia risk. For neonatal outcomes, 58.4% identified high birth weight as a risk, while only 31.9% recognized the risk of congenital anomalies. Higher awareness was significantly associated with education level (p = 0.02), pregnancy status (p = 0.001), trimester (p = 0.002), and family history of relevant conditions (p = 0.04). Conclusion: Although many women showed fair-to-good awareness of GDM, notable gaps remain, especially regarding specific complications. Targeted educational interventions, particularly for less-educated and non-pregnant women, are recommended to improve GDM awareness and pregnancy outcomes.