TUBERCULOSIS IN CHILDREN - TREATMENT EVALUATION AND RESULTS IN A 5 YEAR COHORT OF CHILDREN WITH TUBERCULOSIS IN TURIANI-HOSPITAL, TANZANIA

Between January 1983 and January 1988, a total of 146 children started TB treatment in Turiani Hospital, Tanzania. During the treatment period 16 children died and another 16 have been transferred out. From the remaining 114, 84 could be traced and were visited at home. Out of this group, 85% were found to be in good clinical condition, and 1% was in bad shape. Death had occurred in 7% after finishing their treatment. Medical records of all children were analysed. Tuberculin sensitivity testing has been carried out in 53 children from the follow-up group. The indications for treatment and the results of the follow-up study are discussed.