The Mean SSTB and Subdimension Scores in the Main Study Group and Comparison of Them Between VDOT and DOT Groups
| Variable | Main Study Population (N = 82) | VDOT (n = 52) | DOT (n = 32) | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total SSTB score | 88.21 ± 12.8 | 81.69 ± 13.58 | 88.69 ± 8.4 | 0.06 |
| Perceived stigma | 36.1 ± 3.7 | 33.3 ± 6.05 | 36.13 ± 3.2 | 0.008 |
| Internalized stigma | 23.7 ± 2.2 | 18.15 ± 2.7 | 23.13 ± 3.1 | <0.001 |
| Self-perception | 22.0 ± 2.5 | 16.5 ± 2.8 | 22.0 ± 2.5 | <0.001 |
| Family/friends relationship | 18.1 ± 2.3 | 12.5 ± 3.3 | <0.001 |
Abbreviations: VDOT, video observed therapy; DOT, directly observed therapy; SSTB, stigmata scale in patients with tuberculosis.