Publications by authors named "G Reza Hafez"
This state-of-the-art review explores the relationship between depression and diabetes, highlighting the two-way influences that make treatment challenging and worsen the outcomes of both conditions. Depression and diabetes often co-occur and share genetic, lifestyle, and psychosocial risk factors. Lifestyle elements such as diet, physical activity, and sleep patterns play a role on the development and management of both conditions, highlighting the need for integrated treatment strategies.
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- The link between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and cognitive function is gaining attention, particularly focusing on the effects of antibacterial agents (ABs) used in CKD patients who are more prone to infections.
- This review highlights how ABs can have direct neurotoxic effects on the central nervous system (CNS) and discusses how these medications can also alter gut microbiota, impacting cognitive symptoms through the brain-gut-kidney axis.
- The findings emphasize the need for careful monitoring of AB therapies in CKD patients to manage adverse drug reactions, particularly antibiotic-associated encephalopathy.
Pan-European survey on medication adherence management by healthcare professionals.
Br J Clin Pharmacol
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how healthcare professionals (HCPs) across 40 European countries manage medication adherence (MA), which is crucial for patient care and outcomes.
- Data was collected from 2,875 HCPs through an online survey, revealing that most assess MA via direct communication and patient records, with physicians and nurses more aware of MA issues than pharmacists.
- The findings highlight the need for improved MA assessment and reporting, particularly involving pharmacists, while suggesting a greater emphasis on technological solutions to enhance medication adherence efforts in clinical practice.
Background: Medication adherence is essential for the achievement of therapeutic goals. Yet, the World Health Organization estimates that 50% of patients are nonadherent to medication and this has been associated with 125 billion euros and 200,000 deaths in Europe annually.
Objective: This study aimed to unravel barriers and unmet training needs regarding medication adherence management across Europe.
Background And Hypothesis: There seems to be a lack of consensus on the necessity and the modality of psychological and specifically cognitive assessment of candidates for kidney transplantation. Both points are often delegated to individual hospitals/centres, whereas international guidelines are inconsistent. We think it is essential to investigate professionals' opinions to advance towards a consistent clinical practice.
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