Tag: Infectious Diseases
Seroprevalence of mycobacteria detected in Korean swine
Nationwide Korean seroprevalence survey of Mycobacterium bovis and avium in domestic sows and wild boars, revealing 4.54-5.91% M. bovis and 7.71-10.10% M. avium exposure.
CBC-derived ratios have limited diagnostic value in rheumatic disease tuberculosis
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in MedicineExplore CBC-derived ratios for tuberculosis diagnosis in rheumatic disease patients. Study shows limited standalone accuracy but potential as adjunctive screening tools alongside microbiological.
Machine-learning models identified key drivers of tuberculosis incidence in Taiwan
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in MedicineMachine learning analysis of environmental and socioeconomic determinants of tuberculosis incidence in Taiwan, identifying key drivers and nonlinear relationships for disease forecasting.
Nine-month oral TB regimens showed durable three-year outcomes
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in MedicineNine-month all-oral TB regimens show 89.5% durable three-year cure rates but persistent linezolid neuropathy affects 22.6% of patients, raising safety concerns.
Evaluating a Multi-Level Stigma Reduction Intervention for Healthcare Workers and Community Leaders in Nigerian HIV Clinics: A Mixed-Methods Study
Evaluation of a 12-month multi-level intervention targeting HIV-related stigma among healthcare workers and community leaders across six Nigerian clinics using concurrent mixed-methods design.
PET/CT lesion profiles matched tuberculosis treatment outcomes in marmosets
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in MedicinePET/CT-derived multivariate lesion profiles in M. tuberculosis–infected marmosets predict clinical regimen performance, distinguish cavitary granuloma responses, and outperform bacterial burden.
