Improving Evidence-based Treatment Of Latent Tuberculosis Infection In Public-hospital Based Chest Clinics
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$176,250.00
Summary
The aim of this project is to implement an electronic decision support (EDS) tool for preventive tuberculosis treatment into clinical practice. Information needs of patients and physicians as well as practical concerns regarding the use of the EDS will be evaluated before performing pilot testing and evaluating the impact of the EDS tool on simulated doctor-patient interactions and clinical workflow.
TB is a global public health problem, responsible for the deaths of 2 million children and young adults annually. Drug resistant strains of TB are emerging and pose a threat even in countries where TB is well controlled, such as Australia. Research undertaken in this CRE will translate into improved treatments, diagnostics and strategies to prevent transmission. The CRE will build capacity for research on TB in our region and provide a legal framework to support public health policy.