Non-adherence in pediatric transplantation: A review of the existing literature

: The degree of medical adherence in pediatric solid‐organ transplant recipients frequently correlates with the degree of psychological distress, family functioning, and the physiological side‐effects of immunosuppressant medications. This article examines the current literature regarding each of th...

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Published in:Pediatric transplantation 2001-08, Vol.5 (4), p.246-249
Main Authors: Griffin, Karla J., Elkin, T. David
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
family functioning
Family Relations
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Humans
Immunomodulators
immunosuppressant therapy
Immunosuppression - psychology
Medical sciences
non-adherence
organ transplantation
Organ Transplantation - psychology
Patient Compliance
Pediatrics
Pharmacology. Drug treatments
psychological distress
Social Support
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Summary:: The degree of medical adherence in pediatric solid‐organ transplant recipients frequently correlates with the degree of psychological distress, family functioning, and the physiological side‐effects of immunosuppressant medications. This article examines the current literature regarding each of these factors and proposes recommendations for increasing the medical compliance among childhood transplant recipients.
ISSN:1397-3142
1399-3046
DOI:10.1034/j.1399-3046.2001.005004246.x