X-ray showing the lungs of a person with tuberculosis

Annual report on the BTS MDR-TB Clinical Advice Service published

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The MDR-TB Clinical Advice Service provides advice and support to clinicians across the UK who encounter multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. The advice is provided via a secure online case discussion forum and at monthly MDT meetings.

In 2025 the panel of expert Clinical Service Advisers advised on a total 328 cases.

BTS has published the 2025 annual report on this service, showing how usage and reach has grown every year since the service was launched in 2018.

Find out more and read the 2025 Annual Report

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