Impact of Medication Adherence on Quality of Life in Tuberculosis Patients

Background:The effect of medication adherence on the quality of life of patients with tuberculosis (TB) is a crucial research topic.TB can significantly affect a patient's mental health, physical function, and social roles and is associated with economic repercussions and social stigma.Adherence to the treatment regimen is essential for successful TB treatment.This study aimed to investigate the relationship between medication adherence and the quality of life among patients with TB at a primary healthcare center in Surabaya. Methods:The study employed the Adherence to Refills and Medications Scale to assess medication adherence and the Assessment of Quality of Life 4-Dimensions to evaluate patients' quality of life.The study was conducted with 72 patients with TB at 15 primary healthcare centers in Surabaya.Results: Most respondents demonstrated good medication adherence, with a relatively good overall quality of life.However, the mental health aspect of the quality of life was lower than that of other dimensions.The correlation analysis revealed a positive relationship between medication adherence and quality of life among patients with TB (r=0.215;p<0.05). Conclusion:Higher medication adherence was associated with a better quality of life among patients with TB at a primary healthcare center in Surabaya.