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Project FOSTER demonstrates effective screening for tuberculosis in chronic kidney disease patients, suggesting improved health outcomes for immunocompromised individuals.
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge, disproportionately affecting immunocompromised individuals. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) significantly heightens susceptibility to both active and latent TB infection (LTBI), yet systematic screening in nephrology care remains underdeveloped worldwide. Project FOSTER (Facilitation of Screening for TB among patients in Tertiary nephrology facilities for Early Recognition) represents the first study globally to implement and evaluate a comprehensive, integrated screening pathway for both active and latent TB among CKD patients in a real-world tertiary nephrology setting.
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