Query into Tuberculosis Infection Screening and Management among Pregnant Migrants, Europe

TL;DR

Pregnant migrant women in Europe are at higher risk for tuberculosis, but screening and management practices among clinicians are inconsistent.

Contribution

This study reveals significant variability in tuberculosis screening and management practices for pregnant migrants across Europe.

Findings

Fewer than half of clinicians reported routine tuberculosis screening for pregnant migrants.

Diagnostic and preventive practices showed wide variation.

The findings highlight uncertainty and inconsistency in current screening approaches.

Abstract

Pregnant migrant women face increased tuberculosis vulnerability. We queried clinicians in Europe on Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection screening and management among pregnant migrants. Fewer than half reported routinely performing screening, and diagnostic and preventive practices varied widely. Those responses highlight substantial heterogeneity and uncertainty in current M. tuberculosis infection screening practices.