October 13, 2025Open Access

The Impact of Diabetes Mellitus on Treatment Outcomes of hospitalized Patients with Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis: A 5-Year Retrospective Study at the Laquintinie Hospital Douala

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Diabetic pulmonary tuberculosis patients had a 10.2 odds ratio for unsuccessful treatment outcomes compared to non-diabetics.
Among 411 active TB patients, 29% were diabetic, revealing a significant co-morbidity issue in our population.
Delayed sputum conversion was significantly linked to poor treatment outcomes, with average delays of 4-5 months.
Poor glycemic control was identified as a critical factor for treatment failure, highlighting the need for better management.

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Retrospective study reveals worse treatment outcomes in diabetic pulmonary tuberculosis patients, suggesting critical health implications.

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Retrospective study reveals worse treatment outcomes in diabetic pulmonary tuberculosis patients, suggesting critical health implications.