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  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Adherence to allergen immunotherapy (AIT) is critical for achieving optimal treatment outcomes.
  • Both subcutaneous AIT (monthly visits) and sublingual AIT (daily intake) face challenges with patient adherence and early discontinuation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the challenges associated with non-adherence in AIT.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for allergologists to enhance patient adherence.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes existing literature on AIT adherence rates and influencing factors.
  • It focuses on practical strategies for clinicians to improve patient compliance.

Main Results:

  • Controversial findings exist regarding the exact rates of AIT adherence across studies.
  • Key strategies for improving adherence include enhanced patient education, shared decision-making regarding treatment selection, and demonstrating genuine interest in patient concerns.

Conclusions:

  • Proactive patient engagement and optimized clinical workflows are essential for improving AIT adherence.
  • Effective patient education and shared decision-making empower patients, fostering greater commitment to immunotherapy regimens.