Patient acceptance of preventive antibiotic treatment for tuberculosis: a qualitative study in London, UK

Abstract: Tuberculosis (TB) preventive treatment is a key component of TB control in low-incidence settings but uptake remains low.

Objective

To explore factors influencing patient decisions to accept or decline preventive treatment for TB infection.

Design

Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews, analysed with the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF).

Setting

Routine clinical TB prevention services at two hospitals in London, UK.

Participants

Adults (≥18 years) diagnosed with TB infection and offered preventive treatment.