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Detection and Quantification of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in the Sputum of Culture-Negative HIV-infected Pulmonary Tuberculosis Suspects: A Proof-of-Concept Study | Journal Article / Research | MSF Science Portal
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Detection and Quantification of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in the Sputum of Culture-Negative HIV-infected Pulmonary Tuberculosis Suspects: A Proof-of-Concept Study

Madico G, Mpeirwe M, White LJ, Vinhas S, Orr B, Orikiriza P, Miller NS, Gaeddert M, Mwanga-Amumpaire J, Palaci M, Kreiswirth B, Straight J, Dietze R, Jones-López EC
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Abstract
Rapid diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is critical for timely initiation of treatment and interruption of transmission. Yet, despite recent advances, many patients remain undiagnosed. Culture, usually considered the most sensitive diagnostic method, is sub-optimal for paucibacillary disease.

Countries

Uganda

Subject Area

tuberculosis

Languages

English
DOI
10.1371/journal.pone.0158371
Published Date
08 Jul 2016
PubMed ID
27391604
Journal
PLOS One
Volume | Issue | Pages
Volume 11, Issue 7
Issue Date
2016-07-08
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