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Vanessa R Laibl1, Jeanne S Sheffield

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75390-9032, USA. vlaibl@parknet.pmh.org

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Tuberculosis (TB) caused 2 million deaths globally in 1997, mainly in developing nations. In the US, TB cases decreased by 31% from 1992 to 1998 due to improved control programs.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) caused approximately 2 million deaths worldwide in 1997, predominantly in developing countries.
  • The resurgence of TB in the US during the late 80s and early 90s was linked to immigration, HIV, resistant strains, poverty, homelessness, drug abuse, and reduced health services.
  • TB cases in the US showed a 31% decrease between 1992 and 1998, attributed to enhanced control programs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize global and US tuberculosis trends.
  • To identify factors contributing to TB resurgence and decline.
  • To highlight the risks of TB in pregnant women and fetuses.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of global tuberculosis mortality data from 1997.

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  • Review of factors contributing to tuberculosis resurgence in the United States.
  • Examination of reported tuberculosis cases in the US from 1992 to 1998, as per CDC data.
  • Assessment of tuberculosis risks during pregnancy.

    • Main Results:

    • In 1997, approximately 2 million global deaths were attributed to tuberculosis, with 98% occurring in developing countries.
    • US tuberculosis cases declined by 31% from 1992 to 1998, with 18,361 cases reported in 1998 (6.8 per 100,000 population).
    • While not altering the disease course, tuberculosis presents significant risks to both pregnant individuals and their fetuses.

    Conclusions:

    • Improved tuberculosis control programs have led to a decrease in cases in the US.
    • Tuberculosis remains a significant global health challenge, particularly in developing nations.
    • Pregnant individuals with tuberculosis require careful management due to potential risks to maternal and fetal health.