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Understanding Patient Perceptions of Hypertension for Optimal Management in a Student-Run Free Clinic.

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: The burden of hypertension (HTN) is disproportionately high among adults with low socio-economic status. Our objective was to examine the knowledge, attitudes and barriers related to HTN among this cohort. Using a mixed-methods approach, we interviewed twenty adults at a student-run safety-net health clinic. Most patients recognized HTN-related risks, but themes of denial, financial burden and misinformation emerged when addressing treatment adherence. Our findings highlight an urgent need to address patient-centric approaches in HTN management.

Source: Europe PMC (PubMed Central)

Authors: Vritti Gupta, Karen B Williams, Miranda Huffman, Rebecca R Pauly, Lakshmi Venkitachalam

Institution: University of Missouri–Kansas City

Language: English

Topic: Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W3025151051

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Cites: 23

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10