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ea0099ep174 | Diabetes, Obesity, Metabolism and Nutrition | ECE2024

Frequency and risk factors of medication non-adherence in elderly diabetics

Ben Salah Dhoha , Larayedh Abir , Elleuch Mouna , Boujelben Khouloud , Hadj Kacem Faten , Mnif Fatma , Mnif Mouna , Charfi Nadia , Abid Mohamed , Rekik Majdoub Nabila

Background: Low medication adherence is a frequent problem in elderly individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes. The objective is to assess the level of medication adherence and identify predictive factors for poor adherence among elderly diabetic patients.Methods: We conducted a descriptive, cross-sectional study among diabetic patients aged 65 years and older, who were attending the Endocrinology Department at Hedi Chaker University Hospital i...