Study protocol develops implementation strategies for targeted genomic drug resistance testing in Botswana, highlighting key barriers and facilitators.
Key Points
This study aims to develop implementation strategies for targeted next-generation sequencing to improve tuberculosis diagnosis and management in Botswana.
Identify barriers and facilitators in Botswana's TB care cascade through qualitative methods.
Interview TB stakeholders and affected individuals to gather insights on challenges in TB management.
Workshop strategies in focus groups to finalize preferred implementation packages.
Implementation strategies will be tailored based on findings from stakeholder interviews and qualitative analysis.
Sustainable strategies are expected to enhance the effectiveness of targeted sequencing in TB management.
Results aim to provide a framework applicable to other low-to-middle-income settings.