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Management of Latent Tuberculosis Infection in Children and Adolescents: A Guide for the Primary Care Provider
Author:
Global Tuberculosis Institute at Rutgers The State University of New Jersey
Publication Date:
2019
Country of Origin:
United States
Format:
Book
Language:
English
How to Access this Material:
HTML: http://globaltb.njms.rutgers.edu/educationalmaterials/productfolder/ltbichildren.php
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Abstract
The guide includes recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics on screening, diagnosis, and treatment of LTBI in children and adolescents. Topics covered include targeted testing, risk assessment, diagnostic tests, LTBI treatment regimens, and more. The guide is intended for pediatric primary care providers.
Publisher:
Global Tuberculosis Institute at Rutgers The State University of New Jersey
Audience(s):
Health Professionals
Topic:
Children, Diagnosis, Diagnosis- Skin Test, TB Treatment, Treatment- Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), Treatment- Latent TB Infection, Treatment- Medication Information, Treatment- Patient Adherence
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