Publications by authors named "Ebsa Gelan Amesa"
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- The study investigates the rise of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and identifies risk factors for its recurrence among patients treated at Alert Specialized Hospital in Addis Ababa from 2016-2021.
- Through various statistical models, the study found that 34.3% of patients experienced recurrence, with a median time to recurrence of 12 months.
- Key risk factors for reduced time until MDR-TB recurrence included lower weight, smoking, alcohol use, and prior TB treatment, while higher education levels and age were linked to longer recurrence times.
Background: Malaria is one of the most widespread infections worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Accordingly, Jimma Zone is one of the widely affected areas by malaria in Ethiopia. In 2020 woreda health offices have reported the possible malaria epidemic that needs further investigation.
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