Characteristics of contingent patients with a combination of tuberculosis and HIV-infection in areas with high incidence of tuberculosis

Abstract

Objective. Based on epidemiological monitoring for 2008-2016 the characteristics of contingents of patients with a combination of tuberculosis and HIV infection in the territory of Primorsky territory are given. Methods. The forms of federal statistical survey were used. Results. A high incidence and prevalence of co-infection has been established, indicating a tense epidemic situation. The proven leading position of the parenteral route of HIV-infection is determined by a significant number of consumers of psychoactive substances in contingent patients with co-infection leading to social misadaptation of patients. Conclusions. The current situation calls for joint coordinated efforts of phthisiatricians, infectious disease specialists of the AIDS Center to prevent the development of tuberculosis in HIV-infected patients.