A DOTS-Plus Handbook: Guide to the Community-Based Treatment of MDR TB
Author:
Partners in Health, PIH
Publication Date:
2002
Country of Origin:
United States
Format:
Book
Language:
English
Abstract
This book describes the technical framework and principles used to implement DOTS-Plus in resource poor settings. It also provides a number of case histories that illustrate common challenges in the treatment of MDR TB patients. The book includes protocols that can be used under DOTS-Plus program conditions to manage common complication of this therapy.Publisher:
Partners in Health
Audience(s):
Health Professionals
Topic:
Treatment- Adverse Reactions, Treatment- Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), Program Evaluation, MDR TB, Surveillance, TB Treatment
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