Factors associated with tuberculosis-diabetes mellitus type 2 binomial in rural population of Oaxaca, Mexico

Conclusions: This is the first report of this comorbidity in a rural Mexican population. The results highlight the growing problem of TB-T2DM, and the need to address the issue from an integral and gender perspective. Furthermore, mandatory screening is necessary in patients with T2DM to improve early diagnosis of TB and T2DM. This would promote better management of both conditions.
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research