Adherence to Treatment and Associated Factors Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Attending Non-Communicable Disease Services in Rwanda
Cross-Sectional Study
Keywords:
Adherence, Associated Factors, Diabetes Meletus, Non-Communicable DiseaseAbstract
For effective management of type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM), the Adherence to therapy is crucial particularly in preventing complications and achieving optimal health outcomes. This cross-sectional study assessed treatment adherence and its associated factors among T2DM patients attending the non-communicable disease (NCD) service at Kibogora Level Teaching Hospital in Rwanda. structured interviews were used to collect data Among 60 participants; adherence levels were generally low. Younger age, lower education levels, and irregular clinic attendance were significantly associated with poor adherence, while participation in diabetes education sessions positively influenced adherence (p < 0.05). The findings underscore the need to strengthen patient education and follow-up within NCD services to enhance treatment adherence and reduce complications associated with T2DM in Rwanda.