Impact of drug-resistant tuberculosis on socio-economic status, quality of life and psychological well-being of patients in Bucharest, Romania: a prospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health challenge, with 1.3 million deaths in 2022. Ten countries in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) accounted for 88.3% of TB cases, of which 23.8% were from Romania. Evidence shows that mental health issues, decreased quality of life and negative socio-economic impact are common among TB patients; however, there is limited evidence available in Romania. The main aim of this study is to longitudinally assess the quality of life, mental health, and socio-economic status of patients with drug-resistant TB (DR TB) in Romania.

Methods

A prospective cohort study was conducted at the Marius Nasta Institute of Pneumology in Bucharest, Romania, enrolling 50 participants with DR TB. Demographic data, clinical exam

SUBMITTER: Ramachandran R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11665218 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature