Evaluation and management of tuberculosis in solid organ transplant recipients: South Asian expert group opinion

Abstract

Both tubercular and non-tubercular mycobacterial infections are common in South Asia. These are important pathogens in solid organ transplant recipients and hence prevention (when possible), prompt diagnosis, and early and optimum treatment is critical to reduce morbidity and prevent mortality. This article reviews available data to portray a possible approach to evaluation and management of mycobacterial infections in South Asian solid organ transplant recipients.

Keywords

• infection
• mycobacterial
• nontubercular
• transplant
• tuberculosis