A study to assess the blood glucose level among diagnosed cases of tuberculosis registered at a tuberculosis unit of Bhopal city, Madhya Pradesh, India
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: The incidence of diabetes mellitus (DM) is increasing worldwide, especially in developing countries where tuberculosis (TB) is most prevalent. Nearly one-third of world ’ s population is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis . Diabetes and TB may complicate each other at many levels. Systematic review of screening conducted in multiple settings showed that screening of patients with TB for DM also yielded high prevalence of diabetes ranging from 1.9% to 35%. Objective: This study aimed to assess the blood glucose level among diagnosed cases of TB registered at a District Tuberculosis Center in Bhopal. Materials and Methods: This study is a cross-sectional study carried out in a TB unit (District Tuberculosis Center), Bhopal, on all registered cases of TB above 18 years. All patients who gave their consent during the study period of October 2013 to March 2014 were included Results: Out of 260 subjects enrolled for this study, complete details and blood glucose values were available for 220 subjects. Of the 220 subjects, 34 (15.4%) were found to have DM and 25 (11.3%) had previous diagnosis of DM; 9 (4.09%) were newly diagnosed. The prevalence of DM among patients with TB was signi fi cantly higher among males aged 4 50 years and with pulmonary TB. Conclusion: Results of this study re-echo the need to raise awareness of screening for DM in persons with TB. Study fi nding shows the high prevalence of DM in patients with TB in Bhopal, and that a signi fi cant proportion of patients with DM may not be aware of their glucose status. Screening of patients with TB for DM is feasible, effective, and comprehensive approach that could lead to improved care and better patient outcomes.
Authors and Affiliations
Vivek Nagar, Devendra Gour, Vishwanath Arutagi, Lokendra Dave, Padma Bhatia, Ankur Joshi, DK Pal
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP122475
- DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.5455/ijmsph.2015.2210201456
- Views 71
- Downloads 0
Anatomy of accessory maxillary sinus ostium with clinical application
Background: The “osteomeatal complex” of the middle meatus is a group of anatomical structures that includes; principle maxillary sinus ostium and accessory maxillary sinus ostium. Its beauty lies in its complexit...
Village health post (Ponkesdes) development into community nursing center-based Health Promotion Model, nursing center, and behavioral performance
Background: The vision of development in East Java is to realize a prosperous society and morals. To improve public health as one of the measures to achieve this vision will require proximity access and quality impro...
A behavioral and serological survey of HIV infection among truck drivers and clients of female sex workers in Benin
Background: Between 2006 and 2012, the HIV rate in Benin remained stable at 1.2%, with some variation occurring between different segments of the population. It is known that truck drivers and clients of female sex worke...
Study of standard setting in constructed response type written examination
Background: Standard setting is the process of determining what the minimum requirements are to be deemed knowledgeable, or competent to practice. In it, the items prepared for the student assessment is standardiz...
The knowledge, attitude, and practice toward blood donation among voluntary and replacement blood donors in Ambala, India
Background: An integrated strategy for blood safety is required for the provision of safe and adequate blood. Recruiting a sufficient number of safe blood donors is an emerging challenge. The shortage of blood in India i...