Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Chronic Kidney Disease among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is one of the major causes of death worldwide. In India, the estimated number of people with diabetes was 77 million in 2019, and it is predicted to escalate to 134 million by 2045. The most significant challenges of diabetes mellitus are chronic kidney disease (CKD). Aim: This study aims to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding CKD and examine their relationship among patients with T2DM. Subjects and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital among 250 patients with T2DM aged over 18 years using convenience sampling. Results: Male participants predominated at 56% (140), compared to females at 44% (110). The mean knowledge score was 2.29 ± 0.68 (out of 12), while the mean attitude score was 1.94 ± 0.28 (out of 50). Nearly half of the participants (45.6%, 114) demonstrated a moderate level of knowledge, and 92% (230) of respondents showed a moderately favorable attitude toward CKD. Significant associations were found between knowledge of CKD and factors such as family type, personal habits, and area of residence ( P < 0.05). There was no significant correlation between knowledge and attitude. Conclusion: Overall, the findings indicate that patients with T2DM possess only moderate knowledge and attitudes regarding CKD, highlighting an urgent need to enhance awareness among high-risk populations. Strengthening education may improve treatment adherence, promote lifestyle modification, and prevent CKD progression.