Better understanding extrapulmonary tuberculosis: A scoping review of public health impact in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and Bangladesh.

Areesha JawedZoaib Habib TharwaniJaveria Arif SiddiquiWaniyah MasoodKhulud QamarZarmina IslamAleeza JawedMuzhgan ShahAlishba AdnanMohammad Yasir EssarSudhan RackimuthuMichael G Head

Published in: Health science reports (2023)

In conclusion, the prevalence of EPTB in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and Bangladesh is alarmingly high and negatively impacts population health. Effective measures are needed for treatment and management of this condition, along with addressing current and future challenges. Strengthening the evidence base through surveillance and research is crucial to understand the patterns and significant factors related to EPTB, requiring investment in these areas.

Keyphrases

public health
tertiary care
risk factors
current status
global health
hiv aids
emergency department
combination therapy
adverse drug
hiv infected
replacement therapy