Table 2.
Studies of non-adherence to medication in patients with major medical conditions (data from 14)
| Medical condition | Number of studies | Non-/poor adherence |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes mellitus | 23 | 32.5% |
| Pulmonary diseases | 41 | 31.2% |
| Infectious diseases | 34 | 26.0% |
| End-stage renal disease | 20 | 30.0% |
| Eye disorders | 15 | 27.4% |
| Infectious diseases | 34 | 26.0% |
| Obstetric and gynecological disorders | 19 | 25.2% |
| Ear, nose, throat and mouth disorders | 30 | 24.9% |
| Cardiovascular diseases | 129 | 23.4% |
| Skin disorders | 11 | 23.1% |
| Genitourinary and sexually transmitted diseases | 17 | 23.0% |
| Cancer | 65 | 20.9% |
| Gastrointestinal disorders | 42 | 19.6% |
| Arthritis | 22 | 18.8% |
| HIV/AIDS | 8 | 11.7% |