Cardiology in the young · 2026
Awareness and practice of physical activity in Omani children with CHDs: a cross-sectional study.
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Al-Awidi Osama, Al Abri Issam, Al-Subhi Ahmed, Joshi Narinjan, Powell Adam, Al Sinidi Khalfan, Al Balushi Asim, Al Riyami Hilal
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BACKGROUND: CHDs, affecting 1.1% of newborns, are the most prevalent congenital anomalies. Improved survival rates expose children with CHD to long-term risks such as metabolic and acquired cardiovascular disorders. Despite physical activity's benefits, participation is often limited by real and perceived safety concerns. This study evaluates awareness and practice of physical activity among Omani children with CHD.
AIM: To quantify physical activity levels and identify influencing factors in Omani children with CHD.
METHODS: This cross-sectional study, conducted at major Omani paediatric cardiology centres, surveyed parents of children aged 5-18 years with CHD attending clinics from January 2019 to January 2023. A validated questionnaire assessed activity levels and influencing factors. Children with recent surgery (<3 months), single ventricle, cardiomyopathies, or without parental consent were excluded.
RESULTS: Among 412 children, mean weekly physical activity was 2.18 hours. Parental participation in sports (β = 0.42, p < 0.001) and cardiologist encouragement (β = 0.38, p < 0.001) significantly increased activity levels. Children in houses (64% participation) were more active than those in apartments (34%, p = 0.004). Acyanotic CHD was associated with higher participation (66%) than cyanotic CHD (45%). Gender, parental education, and surgical history were not significant predictors.
CONCLUSION: Omani children with CHD engage in insufficient physical activity. Parental involvement and cardiologist guidance are critical drivers. We recommend targeted educational programmes and routine exercise counselling to enhance participation.
AIM: To quantify physical activity levels and identify influencing factors in Omani children with CHD.
METHODS: This cross-sectional study, conducted at major Omani paediatric cardiology centres, surveyed parents of children aged 5-18 years with CHD attending clinics from January 2019 to January 2023. A validated questionnaire assessed activity levels and influencing factors. Children with recent surgery (<3 months), single ventricle, cardiomyopathies, or without parental consent were excluded.
RESULTS: Among 412 children, mean weekly physical activity was 2.18 hours. Parental participation in sports (β = 0.42, p < 0.001) and cardiologist encouragement (β = 0.38, p < 0.001) significantly increased activity levels. Children in houses (64% participation) were more active than those in apartments (34%, p = 0.004). Acyanotic CHD was associated with higher participation (66%) than cyanotic CHD (45%). Gender, parental education, and surgical history were not significant predictors.
CONCLUSION: Omani children with CHD engage in insufficient physical activity. Parental involvement and cardiologist guidance are critical drivers. We recommend targeted educational programmes and routine exercise counselling to enhance participation.