The Impact of Smoking Cessation and Smoking on the Quality of Life among CVDs Patients in KSA | [Journal of Pioneering Medical Sciences • 2025]

Author(s):

1. Hamoud Y. Obied: Cardiac Surgery, King Khalid Hospital, Najran, Saudi Arabia; Surgery Department, Najran University, Najran, Saudi Arabia

2. Asayil A. Algannas: Medical Department, Al-Baha University, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia

3. Afyaa M Alghamdi: Medical Department, Al-Baha University, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia

4. Ahmed Al-Zaydani: Medical Department, Batterjee Medical College, Aseer, Saudi Arabia

5. Mazen H. Alqahtani: Medical Department, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia

6. Nawaf Alghanmi: Medical Department, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

7. Moustafa K. Bayrkdar: Medical Department, Fakeeh College for Medical Sciences, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

8. Abrar M. Aljuwayd: Department of Medicine and General Surgery, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

9. Hind H. Alhadban: Medical Department, Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

10. Khames T. Alzahrani: Stanford University, Saudi Board of Endodontics SR, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Abstract:

Objectives: Background: Cardiovascular diseases are one of the most common chronic conditions and smoking is known to be one of the main contributors as to developing a cardiovascular disorder. The study aims to assess the impact of smoking and smoking cessation on the quality of life among CVD Saudi population compared to its impact on non-diagnosed. Methodology: This is a cross-sectional study where a WHO-based questionnaire was distributed through multiple social media platforms. Inclusion criteria for this study are adults aged 18 years or older, current smokers or individuals who have quit smoking within the past 6 months, participants diagnosed with Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), participants without a diagnosis of CVD, residents of Saudi Arabia and able to provide informed consent. The sample size has been calculated to be a minimum of 384 participants using the Raosoft sample size calculator. In this study, both descriptive statistics and the chi-square tests were used. Results: The total number of participants was 574. The study demonstrated that smoking significantly diminishes Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) among individuals with CVDs in Saudi Arabia. Non-smokers exhibited HRQoL scores averaging 75, while smokers reported scores of 60, indicating a 25% reduction. Additionally, participants with higher educational attainment experienced HRQoL scores that were 20% higher than those with lower education levels. Notably, approximately 35% of smokers reported dissatisfaction with their emotional well-being, correlating with elevated levels of depression and anxiety. These findings underscore the urgent need for targeted smoking cessation interventions to enhance the quality of life for CVD patients. Conclusion: The current study provides valuable insights into the impact of smoking and smoking cessation on the quality of life among patients with cardiovascular diseases. The findings underscore the urgent need for effective smoking cessation interventions tailored to the unique cultural and socioeconomic contexts of patients.

Page(s): 166-173

DOI: 10.47310/jpms2025140726

Published: Journal: Journal of Pioneering Medical Sciences, Volume: 14, Issue: 7, Year: 2025

Keywords:

Cardiovascular disease , Quality of life , Saudi Arabia , Smoking Cessation

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