Medication adherence to lipid-lowering agents after percutaneous coronary intervention: nationwide real-world data in the Netherlands

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Authors

M J C Timmermans · Netherlands Heart Registration

M. Patrick Witvliet · Tergooi

Judith A. van Erkelens · Stichting tot Steun VCVGZ

Jan Reitsma · Zorgverzekeraars Nederland

Pieter W. Kamphuisen · Tergooi

Cyril Camaro · Radboud University Nijmegen

Peter W. Danse ·

Abstract

This study found lipid-lowering medication adherence 1 year post-elective PCI ranged from 71-73% and post-acute PCI from 74-76%. Lower adherence rates were observed in women and elderly patients. Adherence rates of ezetimibe and PCSK9 inhibitors increased throughout the year following PCI, while statin use decreased.

Topics & Keywords

Medication Adherence and Compliance Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health Cardiac Health and Mental Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Netherlands Heart Journal

Volume 34, Issue 4, pp. 143-152

DOI: 10.1007/s12471-026-02028-8

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