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    Analysis Of The Relationship Associated With Poor Health Outcomes Among Tuberculosis Patients Attending Semuto Health Centre IV, Nakaseke District, Uganda.
    (King Ceasor University, Institutional Repository, 2024-07-24) Nantale Esther & Amos Ronald Kalukusu
    Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This study aimed to identify patient-related, treatment-related, and socio economic factors associated with poor health outcomes among TB patients attending Semuto Health Centre IV in Nakaseke District, Uganda. A total of 384 TB patients were included in the study. Data were collected through interviews and medical record reviews. Descriptive statistics, adjusted odds ratios (AOR), chi-square tests, and p-values were used to analyze the data. The results revealed that patient-related factors, including age, gender, education level, and occupation, significantly influenced health outcomes among TB patients. Notably, older age (>45 years) was associated with a higher risk of poor health outcomes (AOR = 1.75, p < 0.05). Treatment-related factors, such as treatment adherence and drug side effects, were also found to impact health outcomes. Patients who reported non-adherence to treatment had a significantly increased risk of poor health outcomes (AOR = 2.12, p < 0.01). Additionally, socio-economic factors, including employment status and household income, played a significant role in determining health outcomes. Unemployed patients were more likely to experience poor health outcomes compared to employed patients (AOR = 1.63, p < 0.05). These findings underscore the importance of addressing multi-dimensional factors in TB care and management to improve health outcomes among TB patients. Targeted interventions focusing on patient education, treatment adherence support, and socio-economic empowerment may help mitigate the risk of poor health outcomes among TB patients attending Semuto Health Centre IV in Nakaseke District, Uganda. Further research is warranted to explore additional factors influencing TB treatment outcomes and to develop comprehensive strategies for TB control and prevention in resource-limited settings. Keywords: Tuberculosis; Health Outcomes; Socio-Economic Factors