Prison TB study aims to find better prevention for vulnerable inmates
NCT ID NCT03089983
First seen Feb 10, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at how to best prevent tuberculosis (TB) in Malaysian prisons, focusing on inmates with and without opioid dependence. Researchers compared two TB prevention treatments: a standard daily medicine for 40 weeks versus a shorter weekly combination for 12 weeks. The goal was to see which approach works better and is more cost-effective for this high-risk group.
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Kajang Prison
Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
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