Proceedings from the Third International Post-Tuberculosis Symposium: expanding the circle.
Publisher DOI
PubMed ID
41395318
Abstract
In light of the recent growth in interest and knowledge of post-TB sequelae, there were high levels of engagement during the 3rd International Post-Tuberculosis Symposium held in Stellenbosch, South Africa. This multi-disciplinary symposium aimed to: 1) Advocate for greater global awareness of post-TB sequelae and empower TB-affected communities; 2) Advance knowledge by sharing current evidence and identifying key priorities; 3) Foster collaborations by strengthening research networks and developing concrete plans for research driven advocacy; and 4) Advance the field by establishing areas of consensus around diagnosis, care, and management. Guided by a 14-member Steering Committee, 9 academic working groups came together to develop key content for plenary sessions and facilitated workshops related to: Patient Engagement, Epidemiology and Modelling, Pathogenesis, Post-TB Lung Disease; Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Vascular Disease; Central Nervous System and Musculoskeletal Disease; Paediatrics Economic; Social and Psychological Sequelae; and Advocacy, Policy, and Stakeholder Engagement. Each group outlined progress within their respective fields and defined key priorities to focus discussion. The Symposium further catalysed coordinated action for the post-TB community of patients, advocates, clinicians, and researchers to define a clear path towards improving outcomes, reducing inequities, and ensuring TB survivors receive the care and support they deserve.
Date Issued
2025-12
Publication Type
Article
Subject(s)
Subjects
advocacy
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post-TB lung health
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sequelae
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tuberculosis
Language(s)
en
Author(s)
Allwood, B W | |
Auld, S C | |
Beko, B | |
Bisson, G P | |
Borges de Almeida, C P | |
Byrne, A | |
Chow, F C | |
Defres, S | |
Drage, M | |
Evans, D | |
Gai, X | |
Gupte, A N | |
Hoddinott, G | |
Huaman, M A | |
Huddart, S | |
Kalyatanda, G | |
Khosa, C | |
Kutadza, T | |
Makanda, G | |
Marais, S | |
Meghji, J | |
Navuluri, N | |
Nkereuwem, E | |
Rajaratnam, A | |
Romanowski, K | |
Schoeman, I | |
Seddon, J A | |
Sohn, H | |
Thienemann, F | |
Wademan, D T | |
Walker, N F | |
van der Zalm, M M | |
Nightingale, R |
Additional Credits
Journal
IJTLD OPEN
Publisher
International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
ISSN
3005-7590
Access(Rights)
open.access