Detecting and improving compliance. Is concordance the solution?
BACKGROUND
Despite the proven benefits of hypertension control, fewer than 50% of those treated for hypertension have their blood pressure adequately controlled. The major reason for this is poor compliance with treatment.


OBJECTIVE
This article examines the extent of the problem, methods of detection and effective strategies in managing the problem of poor compliance with medical care with particular reference to hypertension. New ideas in the field are also discussed.


CONCLUSIONS
Self-report is probably the best method of detection of poor compliance. Strategies of managing the problem are discussed.
Yasin
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Department of Community Medicine and General Practice, Monash University, Melbourne.
D000959:Antihypertensive Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D001315:Australia; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005260:Female; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000188:drug therapy*; D008134:Long-Term Care; D008297:Male; D010349:Patient Compliance; D016312:Treatment Refusal
D000959:Antihypertensive Agents