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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) poses a significant occupational health risk to healthcare professionals.
  • Immunocompromised status can increase susceptibility to infectious diseases like TB.
  • Contact tracing is crucial for identifying and managing TB exposures in the workplace.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a case of occupational tuberculosis in an immunocompromised physician.
  • To emphasize the role of Occupational Medicine in managing work-related TB exposure.
  • To highlight the importance of timely diagnosis and follow-up for healthcare workers.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 48-year-old immunocompromised physician.
  • Identification through occupational health services and contact tracing.
  • Clinical evaluation, diagnostic workup for tuberculosis, and initiation of antitubercular therapy.

Main Results:

  • Diagnosis of lymph node tuberculosis was established.
  • The physician completed treatment without complications and returned to work.
  • An occupational disease report was filed following clinical and radiological improvement.

Conclusions:

  • Occupational Medicine plays a vital role in identifying at-risk healthcare workers.
  • Timely intervention and follow-up are essential for managing occupational TB exposure.
  • Effective management ensures the health and safety of healthcare professionals exposed to tuberculosis.