Qualitative study exploring the feasibility of using medication monitors and a differentiated care approach to support adherence among people receiving TB treatment in South Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The tuberculosis (TB) MATE study evaluated whether a differentiated care approach (DCA) based on tablet-taking data from Wisepill evriMED digital adherence technology could improve TB treatment adherence. The DCA entailed a stepwise increase in adherence support starting from short message service (SMS) to phone calls, followed by home visits and motivational counselling. We explored feasibility of this approach with providers in implementing clinics.

Design

Between June 2020 and February 2021, in-depth interviews were conducted in the provider's preferred language, audiorecorded, transcribed verbatim and translated. The interview guide included three categories: feasibility, system-level challenges and sustainability of the intervention. We assessed saturation an

SUBMITTER: Mukora R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9990642 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature