Intention of physicians to implement guidelines for screening and treatment of latent tuberculosis infection in HIV-infected patients in The Netherlands: a mixed-method design

Abstract Backgound All newly diagnosed HIV-infected patients in the Netherlands should be screened for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) and offered preventive therapy if infected without evidence of active tuberculosis. This guideline, endorsed by the national professional body of HIV physicians...

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Main Authors: Kirsten Evenblij, Annelies Verbon, Frank van Leth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2016-09-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
HIV
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-016-3539-2