Mental Health Impacts of Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis in Patients and Household Contacts: A Mixed Methods Study
Yogesh Murugan,
Nirmalkumar Patel,
Vinay Kumar
et al.
Abstract:Background: Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) patients experience disproportionately worse mental health, with implications for adherence, outcomes, and families. Comprehensive assessments of comorbid depression/anxiety and related factors remain limited.
Objective: This study aimed to assess the prevalence, predictors, and qualitative experiences of depression and anxiety in MDR-TB patients and household contacts.
Methods: A sequential explanatory mixed methods study was conducte… Show more
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