Escalation of tuberculosis notification: an analysis of associated social factors

摘要: Studies have revealed that socioeconomic factors such as those pertaining to unmarried respondents, dependency, housing congestion and room sharing are associated with tuberculosis rates not only in developing countries but also developed countries. Karachi has been identified one of the most vulnerable cities where spread TB is increasing passage time. The purpose present study assess notification reference some social order findings this may provide helpful information for guidance related economic policy formulation, at least local level combat eliminate tuberculosis. methodology was based on NTP registered patients' data factor analysis which were acquired through questionnaire survey from notified patients. result reveals an trend during last seven years 2007 until 2013. female patients compared males high, evidence fact women Pakistan more affected a comparison total population respective i.e. patient ratio, decreasing trend. emphasize problem control can be resolved expeditiously cooperation public sector, should motivated meet core requirements programme various administrative levels strongly enforced standards quality lif