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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Predictors of Cardiovascular Morbidity Among Adult Hypertensive Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Hypertension is a public health issue affecting over a billion people globally. 15% of the adults in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) are thought to have hypertension. A large proportion of them remain undiagnosed or are sub-optimally treated. Those with inadequately treated hypertension have a high risk of life-threatening cardiovascular complications such as ischemic heart disease, left ventricular hypertrophy and heart failure. This study was undertaken to elucidate the cardiovascular morbidity seen in a sample of adult hypertensive patients in Saudi Arabia and identify key demographic and clinical factors associated with cardiovascular morbidity. ⋯ Older age, the presence of comorbid diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia are associated with a higher likelihood of cardiovascular morbidity in hypertensive patients of Saudi Arabia.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
Drug Attitude and Medication Adherence of Patients with Early Psychosis in South Korea: Mediating Effect of Medication Adherence Self-Efficacy.
This study examined the mediating effect of medication adherence self-efficacy (MASE) on the relationship between drug attitude (DA) and medication adherence (MA) in patients with early psychosis. ⋯ These findings could potentially lead to a more personalized approach to medication education and adherence, considering the unique DA and MASE of each patient. By identifying the mediating effect of MASE on the relationship between DA and MA, healthcare providers could tailor interventions to enhance the ability of patients with early psychosis to adhere to prescribed medication regimens.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
ReviewPreferences and Adherence of People with Prediabetes for Disease Management and Treatment: A Systematic Review.
To comprehensively summarize the evaluation, preference, and expectations of people with prediabetes regarding the management and treatment of pre-diabetes. ⋯ The results of this systematic review showed that people with prediabetes prefer intensive lifestyle interventions due to concerns about drug side effects, dependency, and other factors. In addition, drug acceptance and lifestyle interventions options differed among different populations, which emphasized the significance of individualized therapy.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2023
ReviewUtilizing Social Determinants of Health Model to Understand Barriers to Medication Adherence in Patients with Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic Review.
Ischemic strokes and their recurrence create an immense disease burden globally. Therefore, preventing recurrent strokes by promoting medication adherence is crucial to reduce morbidity and mortality. In addition, understanding the barriers to medication adherence related to the social determinants of health (SDoH) could promote equity among persons with ischemic stroke. ⋯ Multifaceted approaches are needed to address the SDoH to improve medication adherence among patients with ischemic stroke. This review emphasized strategies, including patient education, provider-patient communication, social support, health literacy, technology, and policy advocacy to enhance adherence.