Haematological parameter among drug resistant tuberculosis patients in Ibadan

Conclusion: The mean hemoglobin levels were significantly lower in DR-TB patients than in DS-TB patients which may be due to the increased inflammation associated with DR-TB. The WBC count was similar in both groups, suggesting that the immune system is responding similarly to the infection in both DR-TB and DS-TB patients.Recommendation: In the meantime, healthcare providers should be aware of these potential differences and use them to inform their diagnosis and treatment of patients with tuberculosis.Keywords: Haematological parameters; drug resistant tuberculosis; Ibadan.
Source: African Health Sciences - Category: African Health Authors: Source Type: research