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Why do tuberculosis patients default in Tashkent City, Uzbekistan? A qualitative study.

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2010

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Epco Hasker, Maksad Khodjikhanov, S Sayfiddinova, G Rasulova, U Yuldashova, G Uzakova, Ilhomjon Butabekov, J.P.W. van der Veen, Marieke J. van der Werf, P Lefèvre
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Abstract

Poor communication between health care staff and TB patients is a key issue underlying several of the causes of default identified, and needs to be addressed. Reducing the period of hospitalisation may also improve adherence to TB treatment.