A Tuberculosis Guide for Specialist Physicians

Author: Caminero, J.A., International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), The Union, IUATLD (previous acronym)

Publication Date: 2004

Format: Book

Language: English

Abstract

This guide provides the clinical and epidemiological aspects of tuberculosis in the context of the National Tuberculosis Programme (NTP) in 18 illustrated chapters. This guide is a comprehensive reference for anyone involved in the treatment, control, and prevention of tuberculosis and is especially geared to specialist physicians working in low-income countries.

Publisher:

International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)

Audience(s):

Health Professionals

Topic:

BCG Vaccine, Children, Diagnosis, HIV Co-infection, Infection Control, MDR TB, TB Treatment, Comprehensive TB Material, Treatment- Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), Extrapulmonary TB

Notes:

This document is also available in Spanish. Copyrighted. Reproduction of any of the UNION documents for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.

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