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Univariate predictors of nonadherence (n=119)
| Variable |
Group |
P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonadherent | Adherent | ||
| Overall adherence rate, % | 79.8 | ||
| Predictors of nonadherence | |||
| Older age, years (mean ± SD) | 14.6±2.94 | 13.0±3.48 | 0.04 |
| Longer disease duration, years (mean ± SD) | 5.0±3.17 | 3.1±2.38 | 0.004 |
| Use of herbal medications, % | 40.0 | 13.6 | 0.029 |
| Appointments in past year, mean ± SD | 1.61±0.98 | 4.03±3.05 | 0.001 |
