Abstract

Background and Objectives: Despite being preventable, treatable, and curable, tuberculosis (TB) remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, with 95% of deaths occurring in low-income countries. There is limited information on the joint effect of TB and depression on health status of general population. The aim of this study is to assess the prevalence of Depression in patients of MDR TB and to study the demographic constitution and related factors of the patients with MDR TB. Methods: This study was cross sectional survey conducted to study the prevalence of Depression in patients of MDR TB referred for psychiatric evaluation. Data was collected over a period of 3 month(July 18 to September 18) and study setting was the outpatient Department of Psychiatry at Mahatma Gandhi Missions Medical College, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai. Results: It was found that depression was found in 52 % of the patients ranging from mild to moderate and severe depression using PHQ 9 questionnaire Conclusion: Depressive and anxiety symptoms are common among PTB patients, especially those with MDR TB. Screening for depression and other psychiatric illness is essential for identifying patients who require further psychosocial assessment and support.

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