Social determinants of health impacting adherence to diabetic retinopathy examinations.

Cindy X CaiYixuan LiScott L ZegerMelissa L McCarthy

Published in: BMJ open diabetes research & care (2021)

A multidimensional evaluation of SDoH revealed barriers that impact adherence to diabetic retinopathy examinations. Having poor housing conditions and not having a regular provider were associated with poor adherence. A brief SDoH assessment could be incorporated into routine clinical care to identify social risks and connect patients with the necessary resources to improve adherence to diabetic retinopathy examinations.

Keyphrases

diabetic retinopathy
optical coherence tomography
healthcare
mental health
public health
glycemic control
palliative care
primary care
clinical practice
mental illness
metabolic syndrome
pain management
health information
chronic pain
social media
affordable care act