ObjectiveTo analyze the epidemiologic characteristics of tuberculosis (TB) in Kashi in Xinjiang in 2017 and provide scientific basis for TB prevention and control in this area.
MethodsThrough National Special Reporting System for TB, the relevant data of TB patients in Kashi from 1 January to 31 December in 2017 were collected, and the time, place and population distributions of TB in Kashi were analyzed with descriptive epidemiology method.
ResultsIn 2017, there were 14 678 registered TB patients in Kashi, mainly pulmonary TB (99.95%). Among pulmonary TB cases, smear positive TB cases accounted for 13.44%. In 2017, the case numbers and incidence rates of pulmonary TB and smear positive pulmonary TB decreased compared with the previous four years. There were 7 335 male cases and 7 343 female cases with the male to female ratio of 1∶1.001. The case number in age group 60–79 years was highest, accounting for 58.21%. Most cases were farmers (86.33%). The top three areas reporting high case numbers were Shache county (21.94%), Yingjisha county (13.88%) and Kashi city (10.28%). The incidence of TB was high in winter and spring.
ConclusionIn 2017, the epidemic of TB in Kashi was still serious. It is still necessary to strengthen the implementation of TB prevention and control strategies, strengthen health education, improve the people’s awareness of TB and patients’ compliance of treatment, and realize the early detection and treatment of TB.
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