Who will adhere? Key issues in the study and prediction of adherence in randomized controlled trials

Control Clin Trials. 2000 Oct;21(5 Suppl):195S-9S. doi: 10.1016/s0197-2456(00)00078-7.

Abstract

Adherence determinants and key adherence research issues are discussed for three types of randomized controlled trials: pharmacological, dietary, and physical activity. This article highlights theoretical and methodological limitations that have hampered the ability to identify patients at risk for poor treatment compliance. Control Clin Trials 2000;21:195S-199S

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Diet
  • Drug Therapy
  • Exercise
  • Humans
  • Models, Theoretical
  • Patient Compliance*
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic*