Implementing a Systemic Screening for Tuberculosis Disease in High-risk Groups in the Barcelona Area

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are conducting a screening study to identify people at high risk of active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) in the Barcelona area. The study focuses on vulnerable groups such as war refugees, migrants, and individuals living in socio-economically deprived neighborhoods. The goal is to detect TB symptoms early and refer those who screen positive for further medical evaluation. Participants who qualify and provide verbal consent will first attend an educational talk about TB. They will then be interviewed and screened for symptoms like cough, blood in sputum, fever, weight loss, night sweats, and chills lasting more than two weeks. Those who show symptoms will be referred to a hospital for additional examinations, including chest X-rays and laboratory tests. During the study, researchers will track how many individuals screen positive for TB symptoms and how many are ultimately diagnosed. They will also analyze the cost-effectiveness and time spent during the screening process. The study aims to improve early detection and management of TB in high-risk populations through this observational approach.

A Systemic Screening for TB Disease in High-risk Groups in Barcelona