Prospective study of patients with old myocardial infarction: influence of presence or absence of type 2 diabetes mellitus on adherence to treatment

The purpose of the study is to conduct a prospective study of patients with old myocardial infarction with the presence or absence of type 2 diabetes mellitus and to identify factors associated on adherence to therapy. Material and Methods. 80 hospitalized patients with old myocardial infarction were included into the study: group one with type 2 diabetes mellitus (50%), group two - without it (50%). Standard clinical, laboratory and instrumental examination, calculation of metabolic indices were performed. 6 months discharge by phone viewed the continuation and regularity of therapy, end points. Results. The results of a study regarding adherence to therapy were evaluated over the phone 6 months after discharge from hospital; factors associated with continuation of therapy are presented. Conclusion. Patients with old myocardial infarction and diabetes mellitus are more adherents to treatment. Increased waist circumference, patient satisfaction with therapy, low rate of re-hospitalization and positive emotional evaluation of aspects of the therapy are factors is associated with high adherence to therapy.