Barriers and facilitators to pediatric tuberculosis management in India: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pediatric tuberculosis (TB) is a significant public health concern in India, contributing to 28% of the global pediatric TB burden. Despite its impact on child health, strategies to control TB have inadequately addressed pediatric cases, resulting in suboptimal management. Understanding the barriers and facilitators influencing the management of pediatric TB in India is crucial for improving healthcare practices and outcomes for affected children.

Methods

This systematic review aims to analyze existing literature to identify barriers and facilitators to the management of pediatric TB in India. A search of three databases; Embase, PubMed and Web of Science, was conducted to identify relevant studies published from 01/01/2012 to 07/09/2024. Studies focusing on barri

SUBMITTER: Willis M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11983860 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature