LONG-TERM DYNAMICS AND TERRITORIAL EPIDEMIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS INCIDENCE IN ANDIJAN REGION (2015–2025)

Abdurashidova Zukhra Jasurbekovna; Khamzayeva Nilufar Toshtemirovna; Kurbaniyazova Malika Oralbayevna

Authors

Abdurashidova Zukhra Jasurbekovna Department of Epidemiology, TSMU
Khamzayeva Nilufar Toshtemirovna Senior Lecturer of the Department of Epidemiology, TSMU, PhD
Kurbaniyazova Malika Oralbayevna Assistant of the Department of Epidemiology, TSMU

Keywords:

Pulmonary tuberculosis, epidemiological analysis, morbidity dynamics, territorial characteristics, retrospective analysis, incidence rate, Andijan region.

Abstract

Pulmonary tuberculosis remains one of the major epidemiological and social problems of the global healthcare system. The risk of disease spread is especially high in densely populated regions with active migration processes. Andijan region is considered one of such territories with high population density and urbanization.
Aim. To conduct a retrospective analysis of the long-term dynamics and territorial epidemiological characteristics of pulmonary tuberculosis incidence in Andijan region during 2015-2025.
Materials and Methods. Retrospective epidemiological, statistical, and comparative analysis methods were used in the study. Official statistical data of the Sanitary-Epidemiological Service of Andijan region for 2015-2025 were analyzed. Incidence rates were calculated per 100,000 population, and territories were classified according to epidemiological risk levels.
Results and Discussion. The study revealed an overall decreasing trend in pulmonary tuberculosis incidence; however, epidemic increases were observed during 2015-2017 and in 2019. The incidence rates were unevenly distributed across territories. The highest indicators were recorded in Khanabad city, Kurgantepa, Andijan, and Jalakuduk districts. High incidence rates were associated with population density, migration activity, and socio-demographic factors.
Conclusions. Pulmonary tuberculosis incidence in Andijan region is characterized by territorial heterogeneity and persistent epidemic activity in high-risk areas. Strengthening early detection, targeted screening, contact monitoring, and preventive measures is essential for reducing morbidity.