Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review

Recent advancements in tuberculosis treatment research emphasize innovative strategies that enhance treatment efficacy, reduce adverse effects, and adhere to patient-centered care principles. As tuberculosis remains a significant global health challenge, integrating new and repurposed drugs presents...

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Main Authors: Jinsoo Min, Bruno B. Andrade, Ju Sang Kim, Yoolwon Jeong
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Published: Ewha Womans University College of Medicine 2025-04-01
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Online Access:http://www.e-emj.org/upload/pdf/emj-2025-00115.pdf
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description Recent advancements in tuberculosis treatment research emphasize innovative strategies that enhance treatment efficacy, reduce adverse effects, and adhere to patient-centered care principles. As tuberculosis remains a significant global health challenge, integrating new and repurposed drugs presents promising avenues for more effective management, particularly against drug-resistant strains. Recently, the spectrum concept in tuberculosis infection and disease has emerged, underscoring the need for research aimed at developing treatment plans specific to each stage of the disease. The application of precision medicine to tailor treatments to individual patient profiles is crucial for addressing the diverse and complex nature of tuberculosis infections. Such personalized approaches are essential for optimizing therapeutic outcomes and improving patient adherence—both of which are vital for global tuberculosis eradication efforts. The role of tuberculosis cohort studies is also emphasized, as they provide critical data to support the development of these tailored treatment plans and deepen our understanding of disease progression and treatment response. To advance these innovations, a robust tuberculosis policy framework is required to foster the integration of research findings into practice, ensuring that treatment innovations are effectively translated into improved health outcomes worldwide.
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spelling doaj-art-313f255abbd24a4b8a3d27faa4689a712025-08-26T00:04:46ZengEwha Womans University College of MedicineThe Ewha Medical Journal2234-31802234-25912025-04-0148210.12771/emj.2025.001151612Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative reviewJinsoo Min0Bruno B. Andrade1Ju Sang Kim2Yoolwon Jeong3Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, KoreaLaboratory of Clinical and Translational Research, Gonçalo Moniz Institute, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Salvador, BrazilDivision of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, KoreaDepartment of Preventive Medicine, Dankook University Hospital, Cheonan, KoreaRecent advancements in tuberculosis treatment research emphasize innovative strategies that enhance treatment efficacy, reduce adverse effects, and adhere to patient-centered care principles. As tuberculosis remains a significant global health challenge, integrating new and repurposed drugs presents promising avenues for more effective management, particularly against drug-resistant strains. Recently, the spectrum concept in tuberculosis infection and disease has emerged, underscoring the need for research aimed at developing treatment plans specific to each stage of the disease. The application of precision medicine to tailor treatments to individual patient profiles is crucial for addressing the diverse and complex nature of tuberculosis infections. Such personalized approaches are essential for optimizing therapeutic outcomes and improving patient adherence—both of which are vital for global tuberculosis eradication efforts. The role of tuberculosis cohort studies is also emphasized, as they provide critical data to support the development of these tailored treatment plans and deepen our understanding of disease progression and treatment response. To advance these innovations, a robust tuberculosis policy framework is required to foster the integration of research findings into practice, ensuring that treatment innovations are effectively translated into improved health outcomes worldwide.http://www.e-emj.org/upload/pdf/emj-2025-00115.pdfdrug-related side effects and adverse reactionsiatrogenic diseaseprecision medicinetreatment outcometuberculosis
spellingShingle Jinsoo Min
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Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review
The Ewha Medical Journal
drug-related side effects and adverse reactions
iatrogenic disease
precision medicine
treatment outcome
tuberculosis
title Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review
title_full Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review
title_fullStr Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review
title_full_unstemmed Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review
title_short Bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine, drug development, and cohort research: a narrative review
title_sort bridging science and policy in tuberculosis treatment through innovations in precision medicine drug development and cohort research a narrative review
topic drug-related side effects and adverse reactions
iatrogenic disease
precision medicine
treatment outcome
tuberculosis
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