Objective: To describe the characteristics of medical history and analyze the association between medical history factors and treatment adherence (medication, diet, physical activity, and follow-up visits) among hypertensive outpatients at Yen Phong General Hospital, Bac Ninh province.
Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study with analysis was conducted on 308 hypertensive outpatients from November 2023 to October 2024. Data were collected via face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire. Medical history factors included family history, duration of the disease, and comorbidities.
Results: Among the 308 patients, 54.2% had a family history of hypertension; 68.2% had a disease duration of over 3 years; and 45.1% had comorbidities. Analysis of associations showed that a family history of hypertension was significantly associated with medication adherence (OR = 0.38; p < 0.05), dietary adherence (OR = 0.54; p < 0.05), and adherence to physical activity/exercise (OR = 0.46; p < 0.05). No statistically significant association was found between medical history and adherence to follow-up appointments.
Conclusion: Medical history, particularly family history, is a significant factor associated with treatment adherence practices among hypertensive patients in Yen Phong. Patients with a family history of hypertension tended to demonstrate lower adherence, suggesting the need for specialized health education interventions targeting this specific group.