Tuberculosis situation in Ismailia governorate (2002–2012) before and after Direct Observed Therapy Short Course Strategy (DOTS)

Conclusion The introduction of DOTS in the Ismailia governorate has led to a significant increase in the treatment success (88.07%) which is higher than the WHO target (85%), and a decrease in the default and failure rates.
Source: Egyptian Journal of Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research