Journal article
Patient and Healthcare Provider Barriers to Hypertension Awareness, Treatment and Follow Up: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Qualitative and Quantitative Studies
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Although the importance of detecting, treating, and controlling hypertension has been recognized for decades, the majority of patients with hypertension remain uncontrolled. The path from evidence to practice contains many potential barriers, but their role has not been reviewed systematically. This review aimed to synthesize and identify important barriers to hypertension control as reported by patients and healthcare providers.
Authors
Khatib R; Schwalm J-D; Yusuf S; Haynes RB; McKee M; Khan M; Nieuwlaat R
Journal
PLOS ONE, Vol. 9, No. 1,
Publisher
Public Library of Science (PLoS)
DOI
10.1371/journal.pone.0084238
ISSN
1932-6203