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Systematic Screening for Active Tuberculosis: Principles and Recommendations
Author:
World Health Organization, Global TB Programme
Publication Date:
2013
Format:
Guideline
Language:
English
Abstract
This document sets out basic principles for prioritizing risk groups and choosing a screening approach. It emphasizes the importance of assessing the epidemiological situation, adapting approaches to local situations, integrating TB screening into other health-promotion activities, minimizing the risk of harm to individuals, and engaging in continual monitoring and evaluation.Publisher:
World Health Organization
Audience(s):
Health Professionals
Topic:
Diagnosis, Diagnosis- Screening
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