Biography
Dr. Grace Kaluai is a public health professional currently coordinating TB/HIV and TB Prevention initiatives at the National TB Program in Kenya. With over a decade of experience as a medical doctor, she combines clinical expertise with epidemiological research to drive evidence-based solutions for public health challenges. She is completing her Master's in Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Program (FELTP) in Kenya. She is committed to strengthening TB control programs through data-driven decision-making and innovative approaches that improve outcomes for populations affected by TB.
Key Impacts
Factors associated with high CAD scores among people living with HIV screened for TB using digital chest X-ray with computer-aided detection software in Kenya
Digital CXR with CAD effectively identifies high-risk PLHIV for TB, detecting cases even among asymptomatic individuals. Integration of this technology into routine screening could significantly enhance early case detection and improve treatment outcomes. Our findings support implementation of CAD-assisted digital CXR as a valuable tool in comprehensive TB-HIV management strategies.Future research should focus on evaluating optimal CAD threshold scores for PLHIV.
Source: Conference 2024