Digital Health Technologies to Support Medication Adherence in Chronic Kidney Disease

Overview

Journal Nephrology (Carlton)

Specialty Nephrology

Date 2022 Sep 30

PMID 36176176

Authors

Daniel V OHara

Tae Won Yi

Vincent W Lee

Meg Jardine

Jessica Dawson

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Abstract

Non-adherence to medications is a critical challenge in the management of people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This review explores the complexities of adherence in this population, the unique barriers and enablers of good adherence behaviours, and the role of emerging digital health technologies in bridging the gap between evidence-based treatment plans and the real-world standard of care. We present the current evidence supporting the use of digital health interventions among CKD populations, identifying the key research questions that remain unanswered, and providing practical strategies for clinicians to support medication adherence in a digital age.

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