Investigating the role of symptom valorisation in tuberculosis patient delay in urban areas in Portugal

Investigating the role of symptom valorisation in tuberculosis patient delay in urban areas in Portugal

Abstract Background Diagnosis delay contributes to increased tuberculosis (TB) transmission and morbimortality. TB incidence has been decreasing in Portugal, but median patient delay (PD) has risen. Symptom valorisation may determine PD by influencing help-seeking behaviour. We aimed to analyse the...

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Main Authors: Margarida de Morais, Sofia Sousa, Jéssica Marques, Marta Moniz, Raquel Duarte, Andreia Leite, Patrícia Soares, URBANTB group
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-12-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Tuberculosis
Delayed diagnosis
Patient delay
Symptom perception
Symptom valorisation
Help-seeking behaviour
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-17319-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-17319-7

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