ArticleJournal of clinical hypertension (Greenwich, Conn.)2024
Factors affecting patient retention to hypertension treatment in a North Indian State: A mixed-method study.
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- Factors associated with lost to follow-up (LTFU) among patients with hypertension: A scoping review.PLOS global public health · 2026Article
- Examining the factors associated with disabilities among hypertensive patients in India.Narra J · 2025Article
- Factors affecting patient retention to hypertension treatment in a North Indian State: A mixed-method study.Journal of clinical hypertension (Greenwich, Conn.) · 2024Article
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Abstract
Hypertension is a global health challenge, especially in low-to-middle-income countries, where awareness and control are suboptimal. Despite available treatments, poor medication adherence hampers blood pressure control, leading to adverse outcomes and increased costs. In response, the GOI has initiated national action plans to address noncommunicable diseases, including hypertension. The study aimed to analyze patient retention rates in hypertension treatment across healthcare levels and understand providers' and patients' perspectives on control factors. Using a mixed-method concurrent design in a North Indian district, retrospective data collection covered hypertensive patients registered from January 2020 to July 2020, followed for a year (August 2020-July 2021). Quantitative data included socio-demographic characteristics and patient follow-up rates. Qualitative data comprised focus group discussions (FGD) and in-depth interviews (IDI) with healthcare providers (HCPs) and patients. Findings identified challenges in patient retention and medication adherence, notably among females and at higher-level healthcare facilities, leading to substantial loss of follow-up. Only 63% of hypertensive outpatients maintained controlled blood pressure in the past year. Male patients exhibited more consistent attendance than females. Despite sufficient HCP knowledge, patient retention was better at Health and Wellness Centers (HWCs) levels, while blood pressure control was poorer at higher facilities. Barriers such as medication side effects, pill burden, and limited healthcare access hindered hypertension control, highlighting the need for improved primary care services, including extended clinic hours and diagnostic facilities. Improving hypertension control requires addressing medication adherence and healthcare access barriers. Strengthening primary care services and implementing patient-centered interventions are crucial steps.
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