Framework for implementing collaborative TB-silicosis activities in India: insights from an expert panel

Abstract Tuberculosis (TB) treatment is more challenging for patients with silicosis, as it complicates the diagnosis of both diseases and increases mortality risk. Silicosis, an incurable occupational disease, confounds the diagnosis of TB and vice versa, making it more difficult to accurately iden...

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Published in:	Archives of Public Health
Main Authors:	Mihir P. Rupani, Pankaj Nimavat, Yogesh Patel, Harsh D. Shah, Arkaprabha Sau
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2024-06-01
Subjects:	Silico-tuberculosis Integration National tuberculosis elimination program Joint activities Silica dust Program guidelines
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s13690-024-01325-1