Tuberculosis contact investigation results among paediatric contacts in low-incidence settings in Finland

Conclusions: Prompt TB investigations and early diagnosis can be achieved with a well-organised contact tracing structure. The risk for TB infection or disease was higher among contacts with household exposure, a sputum smear positive index case or born in a TB endemic country. Large-scale investigations among children exposed in congregate settings can result in a very low yield and should be cautiously targeted.What is Known:•Vulnerable young children are a high priority in contact tracing and should be evaluated as soon as possible after TB exposureWhat is New:•Prompt investigations for paediatric TB contacts and early diagnosis of infected children can be achieved with a well-organised contact tracing structure•Large-scale investigations among children exposed in congregate settings can result in a very low yield and should be cautiously targeted
Source: European Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research