Demographic dynamics in tuberculosis patients of Delhi

There are many socio-demographic risks factors for pulmonary tuberculosis. However there are limited studies done in Delhi. The objective of the study to determine the socio-demographic risk factors associated with confirmed TB patients registered in Dots centre of Delhi. Method this was hospital based study a case was defined as individual 17–20 years. Then 21–55 years age group has clubbed. Results Occupational levels of the subjects indicate that in settled population males are involved in private jobs 48.6%. While 55% females are house wives, 26.1% males are self-employed, 24.5% females are students in settled population. Similarly in migrated population 58.7% males are in private jobs and 26.4% are students and 70.5% females are house wives and 15.4% females are students.