Assessment of Adherence to Direct Observed Treatment, Short Course and Factor Affecting Patient’s Adherence to Direct Observed Treatment, Short Course among Tuberculosis Patients in Dilla University Hospital |Biomedgrid

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a major contributor to global burden of disease and has received considerable attention in recent year, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where it is closely associated with HIV/AIDS. Defaulting from treatment remains challenge for most TB control program, it may increase the risk of drug resistance, relapse and prolonged infectiousness. Poor adherence to treatment is common despite various intervention aimed at improving treatment completion. Lack of comprehensive and holistic understanding of barrier and facilitator of treatment adherence is a major obstacle to finding effective solution.