Tuesday, December 24, 2024

TB and NCDs

Using data from Korea's National Health Insurance Service, a study examined the link between diabetes, fasting plasma glucose levels, and TB incidence among 4.4 million adults. Key findings include:[1]

  • Duration Matters: The risk of TB increases with the duration of diabetes, with a 57% higher risk for those diabetic for 5 years or more.

  • FPG Levels in New Diabetics: Among new-onset diabetes patients, those with the highest FPG levels face a 79% increased risk of TB.

The study from the Taiwan NHIRD (2002-2013) showed:[2]

  • Post-TB treatment, adults are at a higher risk for diabetes, AMI, and stroke, especially if treatment lasts 7-12 months.

  • Age, gender, and pre-existing NCDs significantly predict these outcomes.

  • Vigilant monitoring for NCDs is crucial following TB treatment.

References:
1. Yoo JE, Kim D, Han K, Rhee SY, Shin DW, Lee H. Diabetes status and association with risk of tuberculosis among Korean adults. JAMA network open. 2021 Sep 1;4(9):e2126099.

    2. Salindri, A.D., Wang, J.Y., Lin, H.H. and Magee, M.J., 2019. Post-tuberculosis incidence of diabetes, myocardial infarction, and stroke: retrospective cohort analysis of patients formerly treated for tuberculosis in Taiwan, 2002–2013. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 84, pp.127-130.

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