Publications by authors named "Jacqueline Ting Yih Ling"
Determination of Factors Influencing the Health Belief Model (HBM) and Adherence to Intravitreal Anti-vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) Among Patients With Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
Jacqueline Ting Yih Ling Ayesha Mohd Zain Ainal Adlin Naffi Mushawiahti Mustapha Wan Haslina Wan Abdul Halim
Cureus
February 2023
Article Synopsis
- Diabetic macular edema (DME) is a leading cause of blindness globally, significantly affecting patients' quality of life, and intravitreal (IVT) anti-VEGF therapy has been shown to effectively manage this condition, though many patients struggle with adherence to treatment.
- This study aimed to identify factors influencing adherence to IVT anti-VEGF therapy among DME patients, considering socioeconomic factors and the Health Belief Model (HBM), using a cross-sectional approach with a self-administered questionnaire in Malaysia.
- Results showed that out of 141 participants, 56.2% adhered to the treatment, highlighting the need to understand and address barriers to adherence in DME management.