Factors contributing to pre-treatment loss to follow-up in adults with pulmonary tuberculosis: a qualitative evidence synthesis of patient and healthcare worker perspectives.

Mercy Namuma Mulaku Bruce Nyagol Eddy Johnson Owino Eleanor A Ochodo Taryn Young Karen R Steingart

Published in: Global health action (2022)

Findings from our qualitative evidence synthesis highlight multiple factors that contribute to PTLFU. Central to addressing these factors will be the need to strengthen health systems and offer people-centred care.

Keyphrases

healthcare
pulmonary tuberculosis
systematic review
palliative care
case report
pain management
replacement therapy
social media
smoking cessation