Profile of Prisoners with Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) In Correctional Institution Level IIA Kerobokan, Badung, Bali

Abstract

Background: Prisoners have a high risk of being infected with latent Mycobacterium tuberculosis (LTBI). Crowded living conditions, poor ventilation, and inadequate facilities lead to a high risk of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.tb) transmission in correctional institutions ( CI ). TB disease causes a decline in the health of prisoners so it affects the quality of life while serving in prison. For this reason, it is necessary to conduct research on the profile of prisoners with LTBI. The results can later be used as a consideration for improving the health status of CI. This study was conducted in July 2023 in Level IIA prison, Kerobokan, Badung, Bali with variables in the form of characteristics of prisoners with positive LTBI status. Methods: Sample collection using cluster sampling by taking all prisoners in 1 block who have active TB patients. Prisoners underwent Tuberculin Skin Tests to determine LTBI status. Results: Prisoners with LTBI were found with the following characteristics: female gender (56.67%), aged <60 years (93.3%), smoking history (70%), length of stay in prison ≥12 months (73.3%), drug users (36.67%), history of alcohol consumption (50%). Conclusion: This study provides an overview of the profile of prisoners with LTBI in level IIA Kerobokan prison, Badung, Bali. Latent TB infection was more prevalent among female prisoners with female gender, young age, active smokers, drug and alcohol consumption, and length of stay in prison more than 12 months.