Impact of integrating traditional care with the modern healthcare system in reducing tuberculosis diagnosis delays in Ethiopia: a clustered randomized controlled study
Desalegne Amare,
Kefyalew Addis Alene,
Fentie Ambaw
Abstract:Background
Diagnosis and treatment initiation delays for tuberculosis (TB) are significant challenges in resource-limited settings. These delays can result in poor treatment outcomes, disease transmission, and increased costs. This study aimed to assess the effect of integrating traditional care with modern healthcare systems on reducing TB diagnosis delay.
Methods
A cluster randomized controlled trial was conducted among TB patients, with 510 part… Show more
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