Journal article
Does treatment collection and observation each day keep the patient away? An analysis of the determinants of adherence among patients with Tuberculosis in South Africa
Abstract
Directly observed treatment short course (DOTS) has been the recommended strategy for Tuberculosis (TB) control since 1995. Developed as an alternative to inpatient treatment, it involves observation of patients' medication intake to promote adherence. However, the burden of daily clinic visits may affect access to care. Using a mixed methods approach, we consider whether (1) non-adherence differs systematically between patients required to …
Authors
Birch S; Govender V; Fried J; Eyles J; Daries V; Moshabela M; Cleary S
Journal
Health Policy and Planning, Vol. 31, No. 4, pp. 454–461
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
5 2016
DOI
10.1093/heapol/czv084
ISSN
0268-1080