Descriptive study analyzes treatment history and demographic characteristics of TB patients in Malang City, revealing a treatment success rate below target levels.
Key Points
TB cases in Malang City increased from 2,417 in 2022 to 2,716 in 2023, indicating a rising public health concern.
The demographic profile shows that most pulmonary TB patients are aged 19 to 45, predominantly male and employed.
Total population sampling was used to evaluate 4,735 TB patients' demographic characteristics and treatment histories.
Findings show Sukun sub-district has the highest prevalence rate of pulmonary TB patients in the area.