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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Global Health

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  • Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health challenge, with treatment relapse hindering progress.
  • Shortening TB therapy has been unsuccessful, largely due to persistent dormant Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  • The complex phenomenon of TB dormancy requires clearer understanding and consistent research approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and summarize existing definitions and models of tuberculosis dormancy.
  • To analyze the impact of different dormancy models on Mycobacterium tuberculosis susceptibility.
  • To propose a standardized nomenclature for dormancy research to facilitate progress.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing definitions and in vitro/in vivo models of TB dormancy.
  • Analysis of the influence of various dormancy models on Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  • Discussion and proposal of a unified nomenclature for dormancy.

Main Results:

  • Multiple, often non-equivalent, definitions and models of dormancy exist.
  • The lack of standardized terminology complicates research and understanding of dormancy.
  • Current models and definitions impact the perceived susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Conclusions:

  • Standardizing terms and models for tuberculosis dormancy is essential for research advancement.
  • Consistent terminology will improve the ability to unravel the complexities of TB dormancy.
  • Agreed-upon nomenclature is critical for developing more effective TB treatment strategies and preventing relapse.