Self-Motivation Is Associated With Phosphorus Control in End-Stage Renal Disease.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Hyperphosphatemia is common in end-stage renal disease and associates with mortality. Phosphate binders reduce serum phosphorus levels; however, adherence is often poor. This pilot study aims to assess patients' self-motivation to adhere to phosphate binders, its association with phosphorus control, and potential differences by race.

Design and methods

Cross sectional design. Subjects were enrolled from one academic medical center dialysis practice from July to November 2012. Self-motivation to adhere to phosphate binders was assessed with the autonomous regulation (AR) scale (range: 1-7) and self-reported medication adherence with the Morisky Medication Adherence Scale. Linear regression models adjusting for age, sex, health literacy, and medication adherence were

SUBMITTER: Umeukeje EM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4546917 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature