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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