Objectives To evaluate the effectiveness of available rapid diagnostic tests to identify
tuberculosis (TB) infection. Data sources Electronic databases were searched from 1975 to …

There has been a recent global resurgence of tuberculosis in both resource—limited and
some resource—rich countries. Several factors have contributed to this resurgence …

We analyzed a global collection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis strains using 212 single
nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) markers. SNP nucleotide diversity was high (average …

BACKGROUND The guidelines on chemotherapy and management of tuberculosis in the
United Kingdom have been reviewed and updated. METHODS A subcommittee was …

In view of the increased risk of TB reactivation with anti-TNF alpha treatment, various
professional groups have sought the advice of the Joint Tuberculosis Committee of the …

Objective: To review our experience of central nervous system (CNS) tuberculosis at a major
British paediatric tertiary referral centre, following the introduction of CT Scan facilities …

Objectives: This study was designed to review previous studies and analyse the current
knowledge and controversies related to seasonal variability of tuberculosis (TB) to examine …

The occurrence of pregnancy in patients with tuberculosis is increasing in developed
countries as a result of changes in the case mix and age distribution of cases of tuberculosis …

Medical microbiology is a branch of medical science that deals with the prevention,
diagnosis, and therapy of infectious diseases. A clinical microbiologist is a professional …

Over three previous editions, Clinical Tuberculosis has established itself as an
indispensable guide to all aspects of tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment. This fully revised …