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Introduction

Purpose of ISTC

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009 ISTC: Key Points (Edition 1) 17 Standards Differ from existing guidelines: standards present what should be done, whereas, guidelines describe how the action is to be accomplished Evidence-based, living document Developed in tandem with Patients Charter for Tuberculosis Care Handbook for Using the International Standards for Tuberculosis Care

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009 ISTC: Key Points (Edition 2) 21 Standards Original Standards were renumbered and new Standards were written Evidence-based, living document, will require future revisions as well ISTC Tuberculosis Training Modules and Facilitators Guide were updated and developed to be in agreement with Edition 2 of the ISTC

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009 Audience: all health care practitioners, public and private Scope: diagnosis, treatment, and public health responsibilities; intended to complement local and national guidelines Rationale: sound tuberculosis control requires the effective engagement of all providers in providing high quality care and in collaborating with TB control programs ISTC: Key Points

Standards for Diagnosis

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009 Standards for Treatment

Standards for HIV and Co-Morbid Conditions

ISTC TB Training Modules 2009 Standards for Public Health