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The information we have provided here is not exhaustive and is aimed as a practical tool for aid in the management of patients with MDR-TB.  A list of references is included in a separate document however the majority of these recommendations are based on expert consensus.   Feedback is welcomed.  This is a drug monitoring guideline, for treatment guidance please refer to the WHO treatment guideline http://whqlibdoc.who.int/publications/2011/9789241501583_eng.pdf and the BTS MDR-TB Clinical Advisory Service http://www.brit-thoracic.org.uk/delivery-of-respiratory-care/tuberculosis/mdrtb-clinical-advice-service.aspx.