Tuberculosis Diagnosis and Treatment: Recent Developments and Challenges in the Face of COVID-19

Recent years have seen significant advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis, a crucial step towards achieving the End TB Strategy and Sustainable Development Goals. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented negative impact on tuberculosis control, threatening to undermine the progress made. This important monograph provides a timely update on the recent changes, developments, and setbacks in the field, emphasizing the need for a renewed commitment to tuberculosis control.

The monograph, written by experts from around the world, offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in:

• Diagnosis: New techniques and approaches to improve detection and accuracy
• Treatment: Advances in medication and therapies to combat the disease
• Prevention: Strategies to prevent the spread of tuberculosis and protect high-risk populations
• Tuberculosis control challenges: Insights into the specific difficulties faced in different populations and contexts

Published by the European Respiratory Society, this monograph is a vital resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers working towards the elimination of tuberculosis.

Publication Details:

• Publisher: European Respiratory Society
• Release Date: September 1, 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781849841696, 9781849841702

This monograph serves as a call to action, highlighting the need for a re-commitment to the End TB Strategy and Sustainable Development Goals. It is essential reading for anyone invested in the fight against tuberculosis.