Adherence to prophylactic treatment

Area of Science:

• Hematology
• Patient Care

Background:

• Prophylaxis is the gold standard for severe hemophilia A or B.
• Prophylaxis significantly improves patients' quality of life and enables normal life.
• Despite benefits, patient adherence to prophylactic treatment remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the importance of prophylaxis in hemophilia management.
• To emphasize the need for improved adherence to prophylactic treatment.
• To underscore the role of a multidisciplinary approach in addressing adherence barriers.

Main Methods:

• Literature review on prophylactic treatment in hemophilia.
• Analysis of factors influencing patient adherence.
• Discussion of multidisciplinary team's role in hemophilia care.

Main Results:

• Prophylaxis effectively prevents bleeding and preserves health.
• Patient adherence is influenced by various clinical and psychosocial factors.
• Multidisciplinary teams can enhance adherence by addressing holistic patient needs.

Conclusions:

• Prophylaxis is crucial for improving hemophilia patients' quality of life.
• Enhancing adherence requires a comprehensive approach addressing psychosocial aspects.
• Multidisciplinary teams are essential for optimizing hemophilia management and patient outcomes.