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Evaluation of Therapeutic Adherence among Moroccan Hypertensive Patients: About 1482 Cases
ISSN: 2582 - 6751
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Evaluation of Therapeutic Adherence among Moroccan Hypertensive Patients: About 1482 Cases
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Publisher: Athenaeum Scientific Publishers
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IAA.ZONE/2582117496751
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Abstract
Abstract Background and Aims: High Blood Pressure (HBP) is a common condition, however, its several complications especially cardiovascular can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Hence, the importance of improving its management through patients’ medication, which is a challenge for both the practitioner and the patient. The aim of our study was to evaluate predictive factors of therapeutic adherence in Moroccan hypertensive outpatients. Patients and Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study from September 2015 to June 2019 including hypertensive patients treated in ambulatory cardiology check-ups. Data was collected from a valid questionnaire: Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-8). Results: 1482 patients were included in this study. Good drug adherence was found in 73.6% according to MMAS-8. Poor compliance predictive factors were: lack of social support (p = 0.002), depression (p= 0.017), poor control ...
