Epidemiological profile of tuberculosis patients attending institute of respiratory and chest disease –Baghdad governorate

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Abstract : Objective : The aim of this study is to determine epidemiological features of pulmonary tuberculous patients and some factors that might be related to the disease.

Methodology : The study was cross sectional, conduced in institute of respiratory and chest disease in Baghdad city.

The data was collected by direct interview using special questionnaire that included demographic data, history of vaccination and smoking habits.

Results : Analysis of data revealed higher rate of tuberculosis infection among age group (20-29) years as the rate was (33.5 %), followed by age group (30-39)years in a rate of (29 %).

Infection was higher in males than females in a rate of (72 %)and more in urban areas (91 %)and in patient with preschool education living in crowded area also the rate was higher in patient smoking more than (21) cigarettes per day.

Recommendations : The researcher recommends conducting surveillance of tuberculosis among risky age group (20-40) years for early diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis.