Management of tuberculosis infection in a general practice setting: An implemented model of care.

IF 1.6 4区医学 Q2 MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL

Australian Journal of General Practice Pub Date : 2025-03-01 DOI:10.31128/AJGP-05-24-7250

Justin T Denholm, Ann-Marie Baker, Amy VJ Peachey, Fouad Dawood, Bee Cochran

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Abstract

Background: Tuberculosis infection (TBI) is an asymptomatic state in which people have been exposed to Mycobacterium tuberculosis, but not yet developed active disease. Most Australian models of care for TBI have been based in tertiary clinics, but people from affected communities consistently would prefer to receive care in a general practice setting.

Objective: This project aimed to develop and implement a model of care for providing safe and effective management of TBI in general practice settings. We describe a pilot program, including training, algorithms for management and resource development, to support holistic care.

Discussion: More than 20 general practices and pharmacies in south-eastern Melbourne have now adopted this model of care, involving community-based education, diagnosis and treatment, which has been integrated into existing practice approaches. A range of resources is now available to support general practice clinics in providing TBI care, including both professional development and patient-facing materials.

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Australian Journal of General Practice Medicine-Family Practice

CiteScore

2.80

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4.50%

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284

期刊介绍： The Australian Journal of General Practice (AJGP) aims to provide relevant, evidence-based, clearly articulated information to Australian general practitioners (GPs) to assist them in providing the highest quality patient care, applicable to the varied geographic and social contexts in which GPs work and to all GP roles as clinician, researcher, educator, practice team member and opinion leader. All articles are subject to peer review before they are accepted for publication.