Background Older individuals (aged≥ 65 years) are commonly prescribed statins but may
experience a range of barriers in adhering to therapy. The factors associated with poor statin …

Aims To evaluate the long-term use of secondary prevention medications [statins, β-
blockers, renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system (RAAS) inhibitors, and platelet inhibitors] …

Objectives To estimate rates of discontinuation and restarting of statins, and to identify
patient characteristics associated with either discontinuation or restarting. Design …

Background The burden of cardiovascular disease is increasing, with many people treated
for multiple cardiovascular conditions. We examined persistence and adherence to …

Background Non-adherence to cardiovascular medications is a problem worldwide, even in
Australia, which has a socialized medical system, Medicare. Objective The aim of this …

PURPOSE: Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a program of structured exercise and interventions
for coronary risk factor reduction that reduces morbidity and mortality rates following a major …

Aim The aim of the present study was to assess the occurrence and determinants of poor
adherence to pharmacological treatment in a cohort of primary care patients with chronic …

Проблема приверженности лечению—одна из наиболее значимых для современных
медицины и общества. В статье рассматриваются основные аспекты проблемы …

Purpose Deficiencies in medication adherence are a major barrier to effectiveness of
chronic condition management. Continuity of primary care may promote adherence. We …

Aims The aim of this study was to examine the level of and predictors of statin nonadherence
and discontinuation among older adults. Methods Among 22 340 Australians aged≥ 65 …