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Introduction

Purpose of ISTC

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009

ISTC: Key Points (Edition 1)

17 Standards Differ from existing guidelines: standards

present what should be done, whereas, guidelines describe how the action is to be accomplished

Evidence-based, living document Developed in tandem with Patients’ Charter

for Tuberculosis Care Handbook for Using the International

Standards for Tuberculosis Care

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009

ISTC: Key Points (Edition 2)

21 Standards Original Standards were renumbered and

new Standards were written Evidence-based, living document, will require

future revisions as well ISTC Tuberculosis Training Modules and

Facilitator’s Guide were updated and developed to be in agreement with Edition 2 of the ISTC

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009

Audience: all health care practitioners, public and private

Scope: diagnosis, treatment, and public health responsibilities; intended to complement local and national guidelines

Rationale: sound tuberculosis control requires the effective engagement of all providers in providing high quality care and in collaborating with TB control programs

ISTC: Key Points

Standards for Diagnosis

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009

Standards for Treatment

Standards for HIV and Co-Morbid Conditions

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009

Standards for Public Health