Use of Xpert MTB/RIF for diagnosis of pediatric tuberculosis in Indonesia

• Autors principals: Rina Triasih (Autor), Amalia Setyati (Autor), Dwikisworo Setyowireni (Autor), Titik Nuryastuti (Autor), Rachma Dewi Isnaini Putri (Autor), Emi Rusdiyati (Autor)
• Format: Llibre
• Publicat: Indonesian Pediatric Society Publishing House, 2020-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Matèries: article
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Background The Xpert MTB/RIF assay demonstrated a better diagnostic value than sputum smear for TB in adults and children. Objective To evaluate the use of Xpert MTB/RIF for TB diagnosis in children. Methods We conducted a prospective study in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, involving 19 primary health cente...