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[Tuberculosis in children in Romania].

Cristian Didilescu1, Nicoleta Cioran, Domnica Chiotan

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Pediatric tuberculosis (TB) is often missed due to diagnostic challenges and limited healthcare access. Romania saw a decrease in childhood TB cases, but severe forms persist, highlighting the need for improved diagnosis and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) in children is frequently undiagnosed globally, attributed to healthcare access issues and unrecognized symptoms by professionals.
  • Romania experienced a decline in overall TB incidence from 2002 to 2011, with a notable reduction in pediatric TB cases (0-14 years).

Purpose:

  • To analyze the trends and geographical distribution of pediatric tuberculosis in Romania.
  • To highlight the persistent challenges in diagnosing and managing childhood TB, including severe forms.

Summary:

  • Childhood TB incidence in Romania decreased from 47.2%ooo in 2002 to 23.6%ooo in 2011.
  • Significant county-level variations in pediatric TB incidence were observed, linked to bacillary load and diagnostic deficiencies.
  • Severe pediatric TB cases (meningoencephalitis, miliary, cavitary) remained consistently high, indicating the severity of endemic TB.

Impact:

  • Emphasizes the critical need for prompt TB diagnosis and effective treatment management in children to reduce disease burden.
  • Highlights disparities in pediatric TB detection and diagnosis across Romanian counties.
  • Underscores the ongoing severity of endemic tuberculosis in Romania, particularly among the pediatric population.