Obstructive Lung Disease as a Complication in Tuberculosis Survivors: Fate of Tuberculosis

ABSTRACT

Background: Successful treatment of TB confirming the bacteriological clearance from involved site or completion of chemotherapy does not assess structural and functional effects on the involved organ. This study has been conducted to assess the post tubercular sequelae in cured pulmonary tuberculosis patients. Methods: It was an observational hospital based study conducted on about 120 patients attending or being admitted in the department of Pulmonary Medicine after fulfilling the inclusion criteria India to assess the post tubercular sequelae by using spirometry. Results: Out of 120 patients, 20 patients were excluded from the study as they could not perform the test at all. Hence a total of 100 patients were finally enrolled in the study. The prevalence of pulmonary impairment was only 32% with predominant lung function abnormality being obstructive pattern. Conclusion: Out of 120 patients, 20 patients were excluded fromthe study as they could not perform the test at all. Hence a total of 100 patients were finally enrolled in the study. The prevalence of pulmonary impairment was only 32% with predominant lung function abnormality being obstructive pattern.