Tuberculosis-loop-mediated isothermal amplification implementation in Cameroon: Challenges, lessons learned and recommendations

• Main Authors: Valerie F. Donkeng-Donfack (Author), Suzanne M. Ongoulal (Author), Yvonne J. Djieugoue (Author), Yannick K. Simo (Author), Henri Manga (Author), Danielle A.D. Tollo (Author), Edwige M.A. Belinga (Author), Vincent Mbassa (Author), Jean L. Abena (Author), Sara Eyangoh (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: AOSIS, 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Until 2016, microscopy was the main tool for the early detection of pulmonary tuberculosis in Cameroon, especially in remote settings. Due to the poor sensitivity of microscopy, there was a need to implement a molecular assay in order to improve tuberculosis case detection. Intervention:...