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A structural equation model linking health literacy, self-efficacy, and quality of life in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome

Authors :
Yunmei Guo
Ying Liu
Rui Ding
Xin Yan
Huiwen Tan
Yousha Wang
Xueting Wang
LianHong Wang
Source :
BMC Women's Health, Vol 23, Iss 1, Pp 1-9 (2023)
Publication Year :
2023
Publisher :
BMC, 2023.

Abstract

Abstract Background Health literacy is a crucial factor that affects health outcomes. Understanding the current status of health literacy among patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the basis for helping patients better manage risk factors and improve their health outcomes. This study aimed to explore the status of and factors influencing health literacy in patients with PCOS, and to validate the pathway between health literacy, quality of life, and self-efficacy for these patients. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted using a convenience sample of 300 patients with PCOS in the gynecology outpatient clinic of a tertiary hospital in Zunyi from March to September 2022. Data on health literacy, demographic features, quality of life, and self-efficacy were collected. Multiple stepwise linear regression was conducted to assess the risk factors associated with health literacy for the study participants. A structural equation model was used to construct and validate the pathways. Results Most participants exhibited low health literacy (3.61 ± 0.72), and only 25.70% had adequate health literacy. Multiple regression analysis revealed that the main factors associated with health literacy among participants included Body Mass Index (BMI) (B = −0.95, p

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14726874
Volume :
23
Issue :
1
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
BMC Women's Health
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.2d36b3affcf54493ac0c17f75967cf5b
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-023-02223-4