A Qualitative Study on the Barriers and Enablers to Effective Hypertension Management in Ghana.

ABSTRACT: Background: Hypertension remains a significant public health challenge in Ghana. Understanding the experiences of hypertensive patients can inform strategies to improve their management. This study explored the perceived enablers and barriers to hypertension management among patients in the Ashanti region, Ghana, using the Chronic Care Model as a framework. Methods: In-depth interviews were conducted with 20 hypertensive patients receiving care at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. Inductive thematic analysis was employed to identify key themes and subthemes. Results: Several barriers to hypertension management emerged, including economic constraints, environmental and lifestyle factors, knowledge and awareness deficits, medication-related issues, and policy and provider-

SUBMITTER: Sambah F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11898504 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature