Al-Kunooze Scientific Journal

Assessment of Knowledge of Urinary Tract Infections Among Male and Female Patients in Wasit Governorate, Iraq

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

Rasool Jarh Saad 1
Wasen Farid 2
Abber Azize 2

1 Southern Technical University/ College of Health and Medical Techniques/ Department of Community Health Techniques, Basrah/ Iraq.

2 Southern Technical University

https://doi.org/10.36582/ksj.2026.169913.1033
Abstract
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are inflammations of the urinary system that can affect both men
and women, although they are more common in women, also referred to as urinary infections.
Evaluate the level of knowledge regarding UTIs among male and female patients. A descriptive
cross-sectional study conducted in two hospitals in Wasit Governorate, Iraq, by using non-random
convenient sampling was conducted. It includes 350 participants. The study reveals a demographic
composition of 66.9% female and 33.1% male participants. It was found that 76.3% of the
participants have information about a UTI, with 60.3% demonstrating an understanding of UTI
prevention. Additionally, 76.3% of participants are aware of the signs and symptoms associated
with UTIs. This study shows that half of the individuals have a fair knowledge score about UTIs.
Whereas it indicates that knowledge levels are not influenced by gender. Additionally, a history of
UTIs and SES among participants emerged as significant variables impacting the overall
knowledge score.

Keywords

Urinary Tract Infections
Knowledge Level
Health Awareness
Socioeconomic Status
Cross-Sectional Study
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Subjects
Al-Kunooze Scientific Journal
Volume 12, Issue 3
Summer 2026
Pages 1-18

  • Receive Date 06 March 2026
  • Revise Date 18 April 2026
  • Accept Date 19 April 2026
  • First Publish Date 25 June 2026
  • Publish Date 01 July 2026

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