Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3966841 | Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine | 2013 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Frequently in clinical practice, treatment regimens do not bring the expected results. In some of these cases, the underlying reason is non-adherence, which affects up to 50% of patients. It is well known that non-adherence can pose serious health risk; in pregnancy this risk extends not only to the mother but also to the fetus. However, little is known about the medicine-taking behaviour of pregnant women and thus little can be done to target at-risk groups. Clinical practice should be tailored to encourage adherence and optimize the efficacy of treatment plans, so as to effectively manage patients.
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Authors
Mary Oladejo, Susan Bewley,