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Initial loss to follow up of tuberculosis patients in South Africa: perspectives of program managers

Abstract Background Tuberculosis (TB) remains a serious public health problem in South Africa. Initial loss to follow up (LTFU) rates among TB patients are high, varying between 14.9 and 22.5%. From the perspective of patients, documented reasons for this include poor communication between patient a...

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Main Authors: Judith R. M. Mwansa-Kambafwile, Sara Jewett, Charles Chasela, Nazir Ismail, Colin Menezes
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: BMC 2020-05-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
TB treatment
Initial loss to follow up
Program managers
South Africa
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-020-08739-w
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