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Silent changes of tuberculosis in Iran (2005-2015): A joinpoint regression analysis
Abolfazl Marvi1, Mehran Asadi-Aliabadi2, Mehdi Darabi3
1Department of Public Health, Student Research Committee, Faculty of Health, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|March 23, 2018
Summary
Tuberculosis (TB) trends in Iran from 2005-2015 show mostly new pulmonary cases. Public sensitization programs are essential despite healthcare advancements for effective TB control.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global public health threat, disproportionately affecting low-income countries.
- Iran, like other nations, faces challenges in TB control and prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze trends and changes in tuberculosis incidence in Iran between 2005 and 2015.
- To identify demographic and clinical patterns of TB cases in Joibar, Iran.
Main Methods:
- A trend study analyzing 70 TB cases registered in Joibar, Iran, from 2005-2015.
- Joinpoint regression analysis was used to assess variations in incidence rates for pulmonary TB (PTB) and extra-pulmonary TB (EPTB) by sex and age groups.
Main Results:
- A total of 70 TB cases were recorded, with a mean age of 42.31 years.
- Pulmonary TB (PTB) constituted 71.4% of cases (55.7% PTB+, 15.7% PTB-), while EPTB accounted for 28.4%.
- The majority (97.1%) were new cases, with a notable 44.3% history of TB hospitalization.
Conclusions:
- Passive surveillance can identify TB cases, but active public sensitization programs are crucial.
- Enhancing public awareness and engagement is essential for effective TB control in Iran.
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