Adolescent, caregiver and provider perspectives on tuberculosis treatment adherence: a qualitative study from Lima, Peru
To improve adherence to TB treatment in adolescents we must reduce barriers to adherence, teach adolescents behavioral skills, and strengthen the capacity of caregivers.
May 18, 2023
Abstract
Our findings support a three-pronged approach to improving adherence to TB treatment among adolescents: (1) reducing barriers to adherence (e.g., DOT at home or in the community rather than DOT in a facility, reducing pill burden and duration of treatment when appropriate) (2) teaching adolescents the behavioral skills necessary for treatment adherence and (3) strengthening caregivers’ capacity to support adolescents.