Expert Consensus on the Treatment of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Complicated with Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Infection
摘要
China is not only a high-burden country for tuberculosis (TB) but also bears the largest global burden of hepatitis B. The dual prevalence of TB and hepatitis B poses significant challenges, as co-infected patients face higher risks of treatment failure and relapse. A key clinical challenge lies in ensuring the effective implementation of anti-tuberculosis regimens while minimizing the incidence of liver injury and avoiding treatment interruptions caused by hepatic complications. Due to limited clinical research data in this area in China, comprehensive diagnostic and treatment guidelines for pulmonary TB complicated by chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection have yet to be established. Based on this, and referencing relevant domestic and international guidelines and consensus documents, the National Clinical Research Center for Infectious Diseases Jiangxi Branch, Jiangxi Provincial Key Laboratory of Tuberculosis organized a panel of experts from various fields including tuberculosis, infectious diseases, hepatology, and pathology to conduct intensive discussions and develop 11 expert consensus recommendations. This consensus aims to provide guidance for standardized diagnosis and treatment as well as scientific management of tuberculosis patients co-infected with HBV.