Finding undiagnosed leprosy cases

If case finding rates are worse, then we can expect even higher numbers of both diagnosed and undiagnosed cases. [...]earlier diagnosis of leprosy cases remains crucial for the attainment of zero transmission.5 Clearly, additional strategies remain necessary, such as providing chemoprophylaxis to household contacts and preferably a wider range of contacts, as well as active case finding in identified high-risk populations.4,5 We declare no competing interests.