Outcomes in HIV-infected patients who develop tuberculosis after starting antiretroviral treatment in Malawi.

摘要: A retrospective review was conducted of patients starting antiretroviral treatment (ART) at Mzuzu Central Hospital, Malawi, to identify those who developed tuberculosis (TB) within 6 months commencing ART and document their outcomes. Of 2933 patients, 22 (0.75%) active TB, 17 (77%) whom had commenced as a result unexplained weight loss and/or fever. 41% successfully completed anti-tuberculosis treatment, with lower survival probabilities than did not develop TB. Easier methods are needed diagnose TB in human immunodeficiency virus-infected prevent from developing while on ART.