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[Adherence in transplantated patients].

Diogo Telles-Correia1, António Barbosa, Inês Mega

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Patient adherence is crucial after transplantation. Understanding adherence models and measurement methods, alongside factors like demographics and psychological state, can improve patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Transplantation medicine
  • Health psychology
  • Behavioral science

Context:

  • Patient adherence is critical for transplant success.
  • Non-adherence affects approximately 25% of transplant recipients.
  • Various factors influence adherence, including demographic, psychological, and treatment-related elements.

Purpose:

  • To review theoretical models of adherence (Communication Model, Health Belief Model, Self-Regulation Model).
  • To explore methods for measuring patient adherence.
  • To identify factors influencing adherence in transplant patients.

Summary:

  • Adherence in transplant patients is complex and cannot be unidimensionally classified.
  • Key adherence models and measurement techniques (direct and indirect) are discussed.
  • Prevalence of non-adherence is significant, influenced by patient demographics, psychological status, and external factors.

Impact:

  • Provides a framework for understanding and improving patient adherence in transplantation.
  • Highlights the need for multidimensional approaches to adherence assessment.
  • Informs clinical practice and future research on optimizing transplant outcomes through enhanced adherence.