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Diagnosis & Management of Tuberculosis

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Tuberculosis (TB) caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) still re-
mains a formidable global health challenge particularly considering the fact that
one-third of the world’s population are infected by TB as currently estimated by
World Health Organization. The problem is compounded by the fact that roughly
10% of the infected people are symptomatic. Although TB affects the lungs in 80%
of cases, however, in the remaining 20% the disease may affect other organs severe-
ly if lately diagnosed or left untreated. Hence, it is pertinent not only to diagnose
early and initiate appropriate therapy but understand the pathogenesis of TB and its
different types to prevent transmission. This chapter provides a consolidated gist of
the different types of TB viz. Meningitis TB, Occular TB, Lymph node TB, Spinal
TB, Cutaneous TB, Hepatic TB, Renal TB, Abdominal TB and Genital TB at com-
mon platform

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610 FAT d

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: Creative Commons.,

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Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

978-81-935757-5-8

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610

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text

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computer

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online resource

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Subject(s)

Tuberculosis

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Statement of Responsibility

Zeeshan Fatima ... [dan 15 pengarang lainnya]

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Khusnun

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maya

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