Non-adherence in pediatric transplantation: a review of the existing literature.
The degree of medical adherence in pediatric solid-organ transplant recipients frequently correlates with the degree of psychological distress, family functioning, and the physiological side-effects of immunosuppressant medications. This article examines the current literature regarding each of these factors and proposes recommendations for increasing the medical compliance among childhood transplant recipients.
Griffin
K J
KJ
University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State St., Jackson, MS 39216, USA. Kgriffin@psychiatry.umsmed.edu
Elkin
T D
TD
D005195:Family Relations; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D007165:Immunosuppression Therapy / Q000523:psychology; D016377:Organ Transplantation / Q000523:psychology*; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010372:Pediatrics; D012944:Social Support