Persistence, defined as the duration of time a patient continues to take a prescribed medication without discontinuation, is increasingly recognized as a critical indicator of medication adherence. Adherence encompasses not only whether a patient takes their medication as prescribed but also the consistency and duration over which they do so. Among the various metrics used to evaluate adherence, persistence stands out as a particularly robust measure because it provides a temporal dimension, reflecting the sustained commitment of patients to their therapeutic regimens. This focus on persistence offers unique insights into adherence-related quality and performance, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities in optimizing long-term medication use. Medication adherence is a cornerstone of effective treatment for chronic diseases, influencing clinical outcomes, healthcare costs, and patient quality of life.
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