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Universal HIV screening at a major metropolitan TB clinic: HIV prevalence and high-risk behaviors among TB patients

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  • Weis, S.E.
  • Foresman, B.
  • Cook, P.E.
  • Matty, K.J.

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Objectives. This study assessed the outcome of implementing a policy of universal screening of patients with tuberculosis (TB) for HIV infection at a major metropolitan public health TB clinic. Methods. HIV serologic testing was completed on 768 (93%) of 825 eligible patients. Ninety-eight HIV- positive cases (13%) were compared with 670 HIV-negative cases. The presence of adult HIV risk factors was determined by structured interview and review of medical records. Results. One or more HIV risk factors were present in 93% of HIV-positive cases and 42% of HIV-negative cases. Conclusions. The metropolitan TB clinic is well suited for HIV screening, and HIV-antibody testing and counseling should be provided to all TB patients.

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  • Weis, S.E. & Foresman, B. & Cook, P.E. & Matty, K.J., 1999. "Universal HIV screening at a major metropolitan TB clinic: HIV prevalence and high-risk behaviors among TB patients," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 89(1), pages 73-75.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1999:89:1:73-75_0
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    1. Lei Gao & Feng Zhou & XiangWei Li & Qi Jin, 2010. "HIV/TB Co-Infection in Mainland China: A Meta-Analysis," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 5(5), pages 1-6, May.

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