Successful implementation of isoniazid preventive therapy at a pediatric HIV clinic in Tanzania

Successful implementation of isoniazid preventive therapy at a pediatric HIV clinic in Tanzania

Abstract Background In accordance with international guidance for tuberculosis (TB) prevention, the Tanzanian Ministry of Health recommends isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) for children aged 12 months and older who are living with HIV. Concerns about tolerability, adherence, and potential mistreat...

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Main Authors: Olivia F. Hunter, Furaha Kyesi, Amrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Zeinabou Niamé Daffé, Patricia Munseri, C. F. von Reyn, Lisa V. Adams
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-10-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
HIV
Pediatric
Tuberculosis
TB
Tanzania
Isoniazid
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12879-020-05471-z

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