Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 3, 2026

A High-Throughput Multiplexed Screening for Type 1 Diabetes, Celiac Diseases, and COVID-19
06:46

A High-Throughput Multiplexed Screening for Type 1 Diabetes, Celiac Diseases, and COVID-19

Published on: July 5, 2022

3.4K

Tuberculosis-diabetes mellitus bidirectional screening at a tertiary care centre, South India

B C Prakash1, K S Ravish2, B Prabhakar1

  • 1Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital, Bangalore, India ; Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute, Bangalore, India.

Public Health Action
|September 23, 2015
PubMed

Insights

Bidirectional screening for tuberculosis (TB) and diabetes mellitus (DM) is feasible and effective for identifying diabetes in TB patients. Further research is needed to improve TB detection in diabetes patients.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Diabetes mellitus (DM) and tuberculosis (TB) are significant global health challenges.
  • Co-infection with DM and TB complicates diagnosis and treatment.
  • Effective screening strategies are crucial for managing these co-existing conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of a bidirectional screening program for TB and DM.
  • To determine the prevalence of DM among TB patients and vice versa.
  • To assess the effectiveness of integrated care pathways.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study was conducted at a tertiary care center in Bangalore, India.
  • TB patients were screened for DM, and DM patients were screened for TB.
  • Diagnostic criteria included fasting blood glucose levels for DM and clinical assessment for TB.

Main Results:

  • Of 510 TB patients, 6.3% had pre-existing DM. Screening identified an additional 2.9% with pre-diabetes and 2.9% newly diagnosed with DM.
  • Higher DM prevalence was observed in TB patients aged ≥40, those with pulmonary TB, and smokers.
  • Screening of 1670 DM patients identified 45 with active TB, and further screening of those with TB symptoms yielded 2 new TB cases.

Conclusions:

  • Bidirectional screening for TB and DM is feasible and highly effective for detecting DM in TB patients.
  • The yield for detecting TB among DM patients was low, suggesting a need for improved diagnostic tools.
  • Integrated screening programs can enhance patient management for co-existing TB and DM.
Abstract

Keywords:
DMIndiaTBbidirectional screeningfeasibility

More Related Videos

The MODS method for diagnosis of tuberculosis and multidrug resistant tuberculosis23:06

The MODS method for diagnosis of tuberculosis and multidrug resistant tuberculosis

Published on: August 11, 2008

19.8K
Diagnosing Pulmonary Tuberculosis with the Xpert MTB/RIF Test08:10

Diagnosing Pulmonary Tuberculosis with the Xpert MTB/RIF Test

Published on: April 9, 2012

82.3K

Related Concept Videos

Pulmonary Tuberculosis IV01:26

Pulmonary Tuberculosis IV

Tuberculosis, more commonly referred to as TB, is an infectious disease stemming from Mycobacterium tuberculosis. While it primarily impacts the lungs, TB can also affect other body areas. Given its severity and global impact, timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial for controlling its spread and improving patient outcomes.
Several diagnostic approaches are used to detect TB. The conventional method is the Tuberculin Skin Test (TST), also known as the Mantoux test. However, this method has...
707
Pulmonary Tuberculosis V01:28

Pulmonary Tuberculosis V

Medical management of tuberculosis (TB) patients involves a comprehensive approach that includes diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. The specific strategies can vary depending on the type of tuberculosis (latent or active), the patient's overall health status, and other considerations.
Latent tuberculosis infection occurs when TB bacteria are present in a person's body, but are not causing illness or symptoms. It is not contagious, and preventive treatment is crucial to avoid the...
874
Pulmonary Tuberculosis I01:29

Pulmonary Tuberculosis I

Tuberculosis, often called TB, is a contagious illness primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It mainly affects the lung parenchyma but can also impact other body parts.
Causative Organism
The primary infectious agent causing tuberculosis is Mycobacterium tuberculosis, a slow-growing, acid-fast, aerobic rod that exhibits sensitivity to heat and ultraviolet light. Instances of Mycobacterium bovis and Mycobacterium avium contributing to the development of TB infection are rare.
Mode of...
1.4K
Pulmonary Tuberculosis II01:28

Pulmonary Tuberculosis II

Tuberculosis, or TB, is a bacterial infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. While its primary impact is on the lungs, leading to pulmonary tuberculosis, it can also affect various other organs, a condition referred to as extrapulmonary tuberculosis.
Here is a detailed explanation of its pathophysiology:
Transmission: The process begins when a person inhales droplet nuclei containing M. tuberculosis. These are typically released into the air when an individual with pulmonary or...
2.1K
Pulmonary Tuberculosis III01:31

Pulmonary Tuberculosis III

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infection primarily affecting the lung parenchyma but which can also affect other body parts. TB can be classified based on disease development, presentation, and the affected anatomical site.
The first classification is based on the development of the disease, and it includes the following categories:
1.5K
Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2 and Gestational01:22

Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2 and Gestational

Type 2 diabetes, characterized by insulin resistance, arises when the insulin receptors on cells lose responsiveness to insulin, diminishing the cell's capacity to take up glucose, resulting in elevated blood glucose levels. To receive a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, a series of blood glucose tests are necessary to assess whether the blood glucose falls within normal parameters. If the result is out of the normal range, a patient may be diagnosed as prediabetic or diabetic, depending on the...
5.6K