Nationwide economic analysis of pulmonary tuberculosis in the Brazilian healthcare system over seven years (2015–2022): a population-based studyResearch in context

Nationwide economic analysis of pulmonary tuberculosis in the Brazilian healthcare system over seven years (2015–2022): a population-based studyResearch in context

Summary: Background: Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global challenge and disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. This study analyses the economic burden of pulmonary TB in Brazil, focusing on direct healthcare costs. It also evaluates the cost-effectiveness of the Directly Observed Treatm...

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Main Authors: Beatriz Barreto-Duarte, Klauss Villalva-Serra, Vanessa M.S. Campos, Marcelo Cordeiro-Santos, Afrânio L. Kritski, Mariana Araújo-Pereira, Moreno M. Rodrigues, Bruno B. Andrade
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-11-01
Series:The Lancet Regional Health. Americas
Subjects:
Tuberculosis
Cost
Retreatment
Vulnerable populations
Direct observed treatment
Treatment outcome
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667193X24002321

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