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Prevalence and Predictors of Depression Among Drug-Sensitive Tuberculosis Patients - A Cross-Sectional Study
Deepak Sharma1, Naveen K Goel1, Ajeet Sidana2
1Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, India.
Background:
According to World Health Organization, India is a high tuberculosis (TB) and depression burden state. The risk of depression is higher among TB patients. Therefore, it is vital to focus on the mental well-being of TB patients.
Objective:
The present study aimed to determine the prevalence and predictors of depression among drug-sensitive TB patients in Chandigarh city.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted among 305 TB patients. Trained investigators administered Patient Health Questionnaire 9 to screen for depression. Data analysis was done using Epi info software for windows.
Results:
The prevalence rate of depression among drug-sensitive TB patients was 7.2%. Current nonworking individuals were more likely to be depressed than their counterparts (OR = 3.7 (1.2-10.9)).
Conclusion:
Around one-tenth of the TB patients were suffering from depression. This necessitates physicians to regularly screen TB patients for depression and manage accordingly, which will help improve treatment adherence and outcome.
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