CGPH is leading the analysis of intervention outcome of Active Case Finding (ACF) Screening Program for targeting strategies. It is a pragmatic stepped wedge cluster randomized trial that will evaluate whether a targeted approach towards ACF, supported by artificial-intelligence software (MATCH-AI), can increase yields of TB cases detected. The study is being conducted on a national scale in Pakistan and is embedded within the routine operations of the implementing partners of the National TB Program. The study will provide empirical evidence for the potential benefit of targeting of ACF interventions in a real-world setting, within a high-burden TB country.

Partner: Mercy Corps Pakistan

A capacity building initiative has been designed to introduce the program staff (MC and SRs) to the concept of how routine program data could be utilized to learn about the program, identify areas for research and improvement, and set goals. While the focus should be on developing early and mid-career researchers, consideration will be given to all stages of career pathway skills for future career development for all selected staff.

Partner: Mercy Corps Pakistan & SR's

CGPH-Pakistan is leading the analysis of intervention outcome of Active Case Finding (ACF) Screening Program for targeting strategies. It is a pragmatic stepped wedge cluster randomized trial that will evaluate whether a targeted approach towards ACF, supported by artificial-intelligence software (MATCH-AI), can increase yields of TB cases detected. The study is being conducted on a national scale in Pakistan and is embedded within the routine operations of the implementing partners of the National TB Program. The study will provide empirical evidence for the potential benefit of targeting of ACF interventions in a real-world setting, within a high-burden TB country.

Partner: Mercy Corps Pakistan