Trends in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis

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2008-01-01

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Dias-Baptista, Ida Maria Foschiani
Usó, S. M.R.S.
Marcondes-Machado, J. [UNESP]

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Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) is an increasing global problem. The extent and burden of MDR-TB varies significantly from country to country and region to region. Globally, about three per cent of all newly diagnosed patients have MDR-TB and the proportion is higher in patients who had previously received anti-tuberculosis (anti-TB) treatment reflecting the failure of programs designed to ensure complete cure of patients with tuberculosis. The management of MDR-TB is a challenge that should be undertaken by experienced clinicians at centers equipped with reliable laboratory services and implementation of DOTS-Plus strategy.

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DOTS, DOTS-Plus, MDR-TB, Tuberculosis, XDR-TB

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Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins Including Tropical Diseases, v. 14, n. 2, p. 203-223, 2008.