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Area of Science:

  • Medical Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is a significant global health threat affecting pulmonary and extrapulmonary sites.
  • TB presents as active or latent infection, and despite being curable and preventable, remains a global emergency due to various challenges.
  • Hurdles to TB eradication include low immunity, co-infections (e.g., HIV), autoimmune disorders, poverty, malnutrition, and increasing drug resistance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current status of tuberculosis as a global health emergency.
  • To highlight the challenges hindering the eradication of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
  • To discuss ongoing and needed improvements in diagnostic and treatment strategies for TB.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on tuberculosis epidemiology and control programs.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to the persistence of TB as a global health issue.
  • Examination of advancements in diagnostic techniques and molecular tools for TB detection.

Main Results:

  • Tuberculosis continues to be a major cause of mortality worldwide, classified as a global emergency.
  • Drug resistance and co-infections like HIV are significant barriers to TB elimination.
  • Novel diagnostic and molecular tools have been developed, but further improvements are needed to shorten the screening-to-treatment timeline.

Conclusions:

  • Despite being curable and preventable, TB remains a critical global health challenge.
  • Addressing drug resistance, co-infections, and socioeconomic factors is crucial for TB eradication.
  • Continued development of rapid and effective diagnostic and treatment interventions is essential for TB elimination efforts.