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Compliance with treatment regimens for pediatric rheumatic diseases

M A Rapoff

    Arthritis Care and Research : the Official Journal of the Arthritis Health Professions Association
    |September 1, 1989
    PubMed

    Insights

    Pediatric rheumatic disease (PRD) treatment compliance is crucial but challenging for children. Understanding patient, family, and disease factors can help improve adherence to long-term medical regimens.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Rheumatology
    • Clinical Pharmacy
    • Patient Adherence Research

    Background:

    • Children with pediatric rheumatic diseases (PRDs) face long-term treatment regimens.
    • Noncompliance with these regimens can significantly hinder treatment efficacy and clinical outcomes.
    • Adherence is essential for preventing further disease-related morbidity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review compliance issues in pediatric rheumatic diseases (PRDs).
    • To identify factors associated with treatment noncompliance in PRDs.
    • To explore strategies for enhancing treatment adherence in pediatric rheumatic disease management.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on compliance in pediatric rheumatic diseases.
    • Analysis of patient, family, disease, and regimen-related factors influencing noncompliance.
    • Synthesis of evidence-based strategies for improving adherence.

    Main Results:

    • Compliance problems are prevalent in pediatric rheumatic diseases (PRDs).
    • Noncompliance is associated with patient, family, disease characteristics, and treatment regimen complexity.
    • Various strategies can be implemented to improve adherence.

    Conclusions:

    • Addressing noncompliance is critical for effective pediatric rheumatic disease (PRD) management.
    • A multifaceted approach considering patient, family, and treatment factors is necessary.
    • Implementing targeted strategies can improve long-term treatment adherence and outcomes.

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