Comprehensive Assessment of Multibacillary Leprosy: A Prospective Study at a Tertiary Care Center in Chennai

Abstract

Background: Leprosy remains a significant public health concern in many regions, including 
India, with multibacillary forms posing unique challenges in diagnosis and management. This 
study aimed to comprehensively assess the spectrum of disease in multibacillary leprosy patients 
at a tertiary care center in Chennai.
Methods: A prospective study was conducted over one and a half years, involving 38 newly 
diagnosed and untreated multibacillary leprosy patients. Clinical, bacteriological, and treatment 
response parameters were evaluated using standardized methods. Statistical analysis was 
performed using SPSS version 26.