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Disability, comorbidities and risk determinants at end of TB treatment in Kenya, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe

202412 citationsOpen accessKenyatta University

Abstract

Seven in 10 patients completing TB treatment had at least one comorbidity, risk determinant and/or disability. This emphasises the need for offering early patient-centred care, including pulmonary rehabilitation, to improve quality of life, reduce TB recurrence and increase long-term survival.

Research topics

  • Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
  • Chronic Disease Management Strategies
  • HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.5588/ijtldopen.24.0082

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