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Latent Tuberculosis Infection

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Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the epidemiology of tuberculosis and HIV coinfection in the United States
  • State the rationale for screening for latent TB in people with HIV
  • Describe and compare recommended screening tests for latent TB in people with HIV
  • List recommended options for the treatment of latent TB in people with HIV
  • Summarize common drug interactions between medications used to treat latent TB and common antiretroviral medications

Authors

Aley G. Kalapila, MD, PhD
Aley G. Kalapila, MD, PhD
Professor of Medicine
Division of Infectious Diseases
Emory University School of Medicine
Grady Health System
Disclosures:
None

Reviewers

David H. Spach, MD
David H. Spach, MD
Professor of Medicine
Division of Allergy & Infectious Diseases
University of Washington
Disclosures:
None

3rd Edition

This is a substantial revision of the original Question Bank Topic. The previous edition was titled Latent Tuberculosis Infection 2nd Edition Question Bank and was available until August 31st, 2023.
CNE/CME

Continuing Education

This lesson qualifies for:
  • 1.0 CME AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, or
  • 1.0 CNE contact hour and 1.0 CE contact hour (does NOT qualify for pharmacology CE for advanced practice nurses)

CNE and CME Origination: October 1st, 2017
CNE and CME Review: September 1st, 2023
CNE and CME Expiration: August 31st, 2026 (3rd Edition)

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