Pott's disease primary prevention
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aravind Kuchkuntla, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Pott's disease can be prevented by controlling the spread of tuberculosis infection. Prevention of pulmonary tuberculosis is essential for the prevention of spinal tuberculosis.
Primary Prevention
- BCG vaccination is recommended to all infants living in endemic areas of TB or having a high risk of exposure to TB. [1]
- Travelers should avoid close contact or prolonged time with known TB patients in crowded, enclosed environments.
- Travelers who anticipate possible prolonged exposure to TB, such as medical staff, individuals in prison, or homeless shelter populations should have a tuberculin skin test (TST) or interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA) test before leaving the United States. [2]
- Confirmed cases of TB during hospitalization should meet the following recommendations:[3]
- Single-patient room with private bathroom.
- Healthcare workers and visitors should wear disposable respirators (at least N95).
- Doors should be closed as much time as possible.
- Adequate room ventilation or negative pressure should be assessed daily.