2021
DOI: 10.1093/trstmh/trab006
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Meta-analysis of latent tuberculosis in healthcare workers in Iran: a retrospective review

Abstract: Background Here we review the status of latent tuberculosis (LTB) in Iranian healthcare workers (HCWs). Methods A literature search was conducted using keywords according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses instructions. Cross-sectional studies published from 1 January 2000 through 1 January 2019 were retrieved. Meta-analysis was performed using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software using t… Show more

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“…The prevalence in EMRO member countries in 2021 was 41.78% [ 22 ], while among medical personnel in low- and middle-income countries, it was 54% [ 23 ]. The prevalence of LTBI among medical personnel in various regions of Iran has ranged from 7% to 63% [ 24 , 25 ]. In the Doosti study conducted in Iran, Golestan province exhibited the highest incidence rate of new TB cases at 35.9 per 100,000, followed closely by Sistan and Baluchestan with a rate of 34.2 per 100,000.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…The prevalence in EMRO member countries in 2021 was 41.78% [ 22 ], while among medical personnel in low- and middle-income countries, it was 54% [ 23 ]. The prevalence of LTBI among medical personnel in various regions of Iran has ranged from 7% to 63% [ 24 , 25 ]. In the Doosti study conducted in Iran, Golestan province exhibited the highest incidence rate of new TB cases at 35.9 per 100,000, followed closely by Sistan and Baluchestan with a rate of 34.2 per 100,000.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%