TB: Worldwide Testing/Control

Question 1

TB definition

Answer 1

• infection by mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Active Fast Bacilli stain dx active TB

Question 2

Target groups for TB testing

Answer 2

• contact w/disease
• HIV+ individuals
• immigrants from countries w/TB
• homeless individuals
• health care workers
• residents or employees of long-term facilities

Question 3

Pharmacologic regimen for treatment of latent TB

Answer 3

• 9 months isoniazid, once daily or biweekly
• Treatment of LTBI with INH reduces reactivation risk by up to 70 to 90%.
• Low risk of developing hepatitis as a side effect.
  
  • Higher risk of hepatitis if drink, old, liver disease, hepatotoxic drugs