This reference resource contains summaries of the NICE guideline on tuberculosis. It outlines key priorities and essential requirements for effective diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the disease
The role of NICE is to provide patients, health professionals and the public with authoritative, robust and reliable guidance on current best practice. The guidance covers individual health technologies (including medicines, medical devices, diagnostic techniques, and procedures) and the clinical management of specific conditions. Although the guidelines are very UK focused they have been useful as a basis for work in developing countries