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Long-Term Adherence

Meaning

The extent to which a patient consistently follows a prescribed medical regimen, including medication schedules, dietary recommendations, and lifestyle changes, over an extended period, often measured in years. High long-term adherence is a critical determinant of therapeutic success in chronic conditions, particularly in hormonal health where treatments like hormone replacement therapy require sustained commitment. Clinical outcomes are profoundly dependent on the patient’s capacity to maintain the therapeutic plan.