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A cross-sectional survey in Riyadh evaluated GERD knowledge using a translated 24-item questionnaire plus additional symptom and complication items, administered via a Google form, and analyzed with R. Among 664 respondents, most had heard of GERD, knowledge varied, and diagnosis correlated with higher knowledge. 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This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License CCBY 4.0. , which permits unrestricted use , distribution , and reproduction in any medium , provided the original author and source are credited.  \nAssessing the Degree of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Knowledge Among the Riyadh Population  \nOmalkhaire M. Alshaikh 1 , Issa M. Alkhonain 2 , Muath S. Anazi 3 , Albaraa A. Alahmari 4 , Feras O. Alsulami  \n5 , Abdulrhman A. Alsharqi 4  \n1. Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU 2. Family Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU 3. Internal Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU 4. Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU 5. Emergency Medicine, Al Quwayiyah General Hospital, Riyadh, SAU  \nCorresponding author: Issa M. Alkhonain, [issa.alkhonain@gmail.com](issa.alkhonain@gmail.com)  \nAbstract  \nBackground  \nGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic disease mainly characterized by heartburn and acid regurgitation. To our knowledge, there have been a limited number of studies in Saudi Arabia looking at the knowledge level among the general population regarding this disease and its associated factors. Therefore, this study aims to identify the knowledge level of the disease and its associated factors, assess the prevalence of GERD among the Riyadh general population, and assess the need for educational programs for GERD.  \nMethodology  \nA cross-sectional study was conducted among the general public in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The degree of GERD knowledge was assessed by translating and editing Jorgen Urnes’ 24-item questionnaire into Arabic. In addition, six questions related to the symptoms and complications of GERD were added. Convenience sampling was done by using a Google form to distribute the questionnaire. The questionnaire assesses GERD knowledge by asking about the signs, symptoms, risk factors, predisposing factors, and management of GERD. Statistical analysis was performed using R v. 3.6.3 ([https://cran.r](https://cran.r)[project.org/bin/windows/base/old/3.6.3/](project.org/bin/windows/base/old/3.6.3/)). Counts and percentages were used to summarize the distribution of categorical variables.  \nResults  \nThe questionnaire was completed by 664 respondents (48 .2% males and 51 .8% females) . The average age of the included respondents was 34.1 ± 12.8 years and Saudis represented 97% of the included respondents. The majority of the respondents had heard of GERD (83%) . The average number of correct answers was 12.7 ± 6.1. In total, 40 respondents did not answer any questions correctly. Approximately one-third of respondents answered >50% of the questions correctly (n = 250, 37.6%) . Approximately half of the respondents identified all risk factors for GERD. Other common risk factors identified included caffeine (23 .6%), fast food (26 .8%), and smoking (17.6%) . Slightly more than a quarter of the respondents reported being diagnosed with GERD (28 .8%) . Knowledge was significantly higher among respondents who had received a diagnosis of GERD. A statistically significant positive association was observed between age and knowledge (r = 0 .19, p \u003C 0 .001) .  \nConclusion  \nThe study shows a relatively good knowledge level compared to previously reported figures in Saudi Arabia and worldwide. Educational programs for GERD should be increased in Saudi Arabia and more health conferences and teaching school students of the disease should be highlighted to increase the general knowledge of this disease in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) .  \nCategories: Family/General Practice, Internal Medicine","cbCaitdbMYODWk13","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitdbMYODWk13","pdf",890815,"English","# Abstract\n## Background\n## Methodology\n## Results\n## Conclusion\n# Introduction\n# How to cite this article","[{\"question\":\"What was the goal of the study about GERD knowledge in Riyadh?\",\"answer\":\"The study aimed to identify GERD knowledge level and associated factors, assess GERD prevalence among the Riyadh general population, and determine the need for educational programs for GERD.\"},{\"question\":\"How was GERD knowledge measured in the study?\",\"answer\":\"A translated and edited 24-item GERD knowledge questionnaire was used, with six additional questions on GERD symptoms and complications. 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