Geriatric Tuberculosis in India: Emerging challenges and practical perspectives

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Geriatric tuberculosis is significantly under-recognized despite presenting unique challenges for older adults.
Diagnosis often faces hurdles due to non-specific symptoms and reduced microbiological yield in this age group.
Older adults with tuberculosis experience treatment complications from co-morbidities and polypharmacy, impacting adherence.
Current TB strategies do not prioritize older adults, indicating a need for tailored, age-responsive interventions.

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This review highlights diagnosis challenges and treatment complications of tuberculosis in older adults, suggesting improved strategies for care.

Ashok Kumar Pannu (2025) studied this question.

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This review highlights diagnosis challenges and treatment complications of tuberculosis in older adults, suggesting improved strategies for care.