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Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc ; 324: 124943, 2025 Jan 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39146629

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The use of a conjugate N-containing ligand resulted in the decreasing of structural dimensions from 2D network of [Tb(2-pyia)(Ac)(H2O)] (CP1) to 1D chain [Tb(2-pyia)(Ac)(IDP)] (CP2) (2-H2pyia = 5-(pyridin-2-ylmethoxy) isophthalic acid and IDP=imidazo[4,5-f]-[1,10] phenanthroline). Both of them exhibit the characteristic luminescence of Tb ions and could have high fluorescence sensing properties for cefixime and fluridine. The different sensing properties for nitro explosives are manifested as CP1 for nitrobenzene and CP2 for 4-nitrophenol due to the difference in structure. Furthermore, CP2 exhibits the ratiometric fluorescence sensing for Fe3+ ion with a low detection limit of 0.405 µM. The fluorescence sensing mechanism of the two Tb complexes for different analytes was investigated using experimental methods and theoretical calculations. CP1 was used for the detection of Flu residues in the actual system and better results were obtained. The work shows the introduction of the chelated ligand might affect the structural and sensing performance changes of coordination polymers.

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medRxiv ; 2024 Sep 04.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39281764

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Background: Approximately 2% of the global population has survived tuberculosis (TB). Increasing evidence indicates that a significant proportion of pulmonary TB survivors develop TB-associated respiratory disability, commonly referred to as post-TB lung disease (PLTD) and marked by impaired respiratory function, persistent symptoms, and activity limitations. However, the prevalence, risk factors, and progression of TB-associated respiratory disability throughout the life course are not well understood. To address these gaps, we will undertake a systematic review and individual participant-level data meta-analysis (IPD-MA) focusing on TB-associated respiratory disability in children, adolescents, and adults successfully treated for pulmonary TB. Methods and analysis: We will systematically search MEDLINE, Embase, CENTRAL, Global Index Medicus, and medRxiv for original studies investigating TB-associated respiratory disability in people of all ages who have completed treatment for microbiologically confirmed or clinically diagnosed pulmonary TB. Authors of eligible studies will be invited to contribute de-identified data and form a collaborative group. Primary outcomes will be (1) abnormal lung function based on spirometry parameters and (2) chronic respiratory symptoms. We will estimate the overall and subgroup-specific prevalence of each outcome through IPD meta-analysis. Next, we will develop clinical prediction tools assessing the risk of future TB-associated respiratory disability at (i) the start of TB treatment and (ii) end of TB treatment for those without existing signs of disability. Finally, we will use stepwise hierarchical modelling to identify epidemiological determinants of respiratory disability. Ethics and dissemination: This study has been approved by the ethics review boards at the Rhode Island Hospital (2138217-2) and the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (2024-10345). Individual study authors will be required to obtain institutional approval prior to sharing data. Results will be disseminated through open-access, peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. Prospero registration number: CRD42024529906.

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Afr J Reprod Health ; 28(8): 99 107, 2024 Aug 31.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39225496

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In East Asia, where several countries are among the top emitters of carbon dioxide globally, the need to address the dual challenges of reducing carbon footprints and ensuring health security is paramount. Against this backdrop, this study used a descriptive analysis to provide a comparative assessment of the carbon footprints and the level of health security in East Asia using secondary data, sourced from the World Development Indicators. The findings from the study show that it is only North Korea that its average carbon footprint of every person is less than 2.3 tons. However, China, Japan, Mongolia and South Korea are currently lagging behind in meeting the SDG 13 target. Meanwhile, North Korea recorded the highest incidence of tuberculosis in the region. Despite the fact that South Korea and Japan were the highest emitter of CO2, the duo had the lowest under five mortality, infant mortality, incidence of TB alongside the highest life expectancies which surpassed the regional performance. In view of the above, the policymakers in Asia and the rest of the countries with health insecurity should emulate the policymakers in Japan and South Korea by making adequate investment in health, education, and standard of living of their citizens.


En Asie de l'Est, où plusieurs pays comptent parmi les plus grands émetteurs de dioxyde de carbone au monde, la nécessité de relever le double défi de réduire l'empreinte carbone et d'assurer la sécurité sanitaire est primordiale. Dans ce contexte, cette étude a utilisé une analyse descriptive pour fournir une évaluation comparative des empreintes carbone et du niveau de sécurité sanitaire en Asie de l'Est à l'aide de données secondaires provenant des indicateurs de développement mondial. Les résultats de l'étude montrent que seule la Corée du Nord a une empreinte carbone moyenne par personne inférieure à 2,3 tonnes. Cependant, la Chine, le Japon, la Mongolie et la Corée du Sud sont actuellement à la traîne dans la réalisation de l'ODD 13. Pendant ce temps, la Corée du Nord a enregistré la plus forte incidence de tuberculose dans la région. Bien que la Corée du Sud et le Japon soient les plus grands émetteurs de CO2, ces deux pays ont les taux de mortalité des moins de cinq ans, de mortalité infantile et d'incidence de tuberculose les plus faibles, ainsi que les espérances de vie les plus élevées, dépassant les performances régionales. Compte tenu de ce qui précède, les décideurs politiques d'Asie et du reste des pays souffrant d'insécurité sanitaire devraient imiter les décideurs politiques du Japon et de la Corée du Sud en investissant de manière adéquate dans la santé, l'éducation et le niveau de vie de leurs citoyens.


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Huella de Carbono , Desarrollo Sostenible , Asia Oriental , Dióxido de Carbono/análisis , Esperanza de Vida
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Cureus ; 16(8): e67716, 2024 Aug.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39318901

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BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB) continues to pose a significant public health challenge globally. Despite efforts to meet targets set by the End-TB Strategy, progress has been slow. Health-seeking practices that decide approaches to various sectors of healthcare providers result in inappropriate diagnosis and lack of awareness regarding available standard treatment, indicating inaccuracy in estimated incidences and underreporting. OBJECTIVE: This study was designed to map the patient pathways for Persons with Tuberculosis (PwTB) from their initial point of contact through to diagnosis and treatment. It aimed to identify the socio-demographic characteristics and profiles of PwTB, as well as their choice of healthcare facilities, that influenced care-seeking behavior throughout the TB care cascade. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to July 2022 in Jharkhand and Gujarat, India. Data were collected from 997 PwTB using a pre-designed structured questionnaire, covering socio-demographic profiles, TB profile of PwTB, and care-seeking behavior. The study analyzed the number and types of facilities visited, categorized the data, and used chi-square and binary logistic regression tests to identify significant associations. RESULTS: In a study of 965 TB patients, 58.8% were male, and 61.3% were aged 18-40. Patients visited an average of two healthcare facilities, with significant associations found between age, occupation, comorbidity status, and facility switching (p < 0.005). Public health facilities were the primary point of care, with 91.4% using them for first consultations and 80.6% for treatment. Regression analysis highlighted significant predictors of care-seeking behavior, underscoring the need to enhance public healthcare infrastructure. CONCLUSION: Understanding patient pathways and the factors influencing care-seeking behavior is crucial for improving TB management. Strengthening public healthcare infrastructure and enhancing coordination between public and private sectors can reduce transitions and ensure timely and appropriate care.

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Radiol Case Rep ; 19(12): 5908-5915, 2024 Dec.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39319173

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Tuberculosis (TB) is an infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, an infectious disease endemic in developing countries. Indonesia is ranked second only to India in terms of TB incidence in the world. TB generally manifests in the respiratory system, which can then spread hematogeneously or lymphogeneously to extrapulmonary organs. Intracranial tuberculoma is a rare manifestation of TB when compared to the overall TB presentation. Central nervous system involvement ranges from 2-5% and increases to 15% in cases of AIDS-related TB, with the percentage of tuberculoma findings around 1% in other intracranial TB cases. The most common manifestation is tuberculous meningitis. Central nervous system (CNS) involvement is a severe manifestation of TB, with high mortality and neurological morbidity. In this case report, the author presented a 6-year-old girl with giant cerebral tuberculoma, which, at the time of surgery, resembled a neoplasm with a nonspecific history of TB. MRI can visualize abnormalities with specific characteristics; Clinically and radiologically, CNS TB can mimic other infections or noninfectious conditions such as neoplasms. Therefore, clinicians can take appropriate management actions in order to prevent mortality and disability due to sequelae in CNS TB cases.

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BMJ Case Rep ; 17(9)2024 Sep 25.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39322572

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Haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a syndrome with an abnormal activation of the immune system and is associated with a high mortality even with treatment. We present a case of a woman in her mid-50s who developed HLH triggered by miliary tuberculosis (TB) while receiving a tumour necrosis factor alpha inhibitor.The patient was admitted with a high fever and respiratory pain. Her condition deteriorated despite empirical treatment. Diagnosis of HLH was established based on clinical presentation, H-score and HLH-04 criteria. Concurrently, miliary TB was identified as the trigger. She was treated with anti-tuberculous therapy and HLH-directed treatment with dexamethasone, etoposide and anakinra. Initial improvement was observed, leading to the withholding of HLH-orientated treatment. However, several relapses occurred, necessitating prolonged HLH treatment.A literature review corroborated the importance of combined anti-tuberculous and immunosuppressive therapy for managing HLH. This case underscores the necessity of timely and comprehensive management of HLH-oriented treatment.


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Linfohistiocitosis Hemofagocítica , Tuberculosis Miliar , Humanos , Linfohistiocitosis Hemofagocítica/tratamiento farmacológico , Linfohistiocitosis Hemofagocítica/diagnóstico , Tuberculosis Miliar/tratamiento farmacológico , Tuberculosis Miliar/complicaciones , Tuberculosis Miliar/diagnóstico , Femenino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Antituberculosos/uso terapéutico , Dexametasona/uso terapéutico , Dexametasona/administración & dosificación , Inmunosupresores/uso terapéutico , Etopósido/uso terapéutico , Proteína Antagonista del Receptor de Interleucina 1/uso terapéutico , Terapia de Inmunosupresión/efectos adversos
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Appl Radiat Isot ; 214: 111529, 2024 Sep 25.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39332268

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This study investigates the structural and photoluminescence (PL) characteristics of Tb3+-incorporated K3Y(BO2)6 (KYBO) phosphors synthesized via a microwave-assisted sol-gel technique. X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Rietveld refinement confirmed the formation of a pure hexagonal phase, with lattice expansion due to Tb³âº doping. PL studies revealed strong green emissions centered at 541 nm, attributed to the 5D4 → 7F5 transitions of Tb³âº ions, with the highest intensity observed at 5 wt% Tb³âº. A decrease in emission was observed at higher concentrations due to concentration quenching. Temperature-dependent PL measurements revealed reverse thermal quenching enhancing PL intensity. Chromaticity analysis based on CIE 1931 coordinates showed stable green emission across all concentrations, with a maximum color purity of 89.74% observed for the KYBO:3 wt% Tb³âº sample. The results, along with reverse thermal quenching behavior observed between 470K and 550K, suggest that these phosphors exhibit excellent potential for lighting and display technologies.

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Cureus ; 16(8): e67170, 2024 Aug.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39295681

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Extrapulmonary tuberculosis is less commonly reported, and isolated tuberculous involvement of bones such as the radius, without any pulmonary lesions, is extremely rare. Diagnosing this condition can be challenging due to ambiguous clinical features and non-specific radiological findings in the early stages. The present case describes a rare instance of isolated tuberculosis of the radius in an immunocompetent Indian male with no pulmonary involvement. The diagnosis was achieved through a high index of suspicion in an endemic region, advanced radiometric investigations, and the isolation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis using the cartridge-based nucleic acid amplification test. The patient was started on a 12-month course of appropriate chemotherapy.

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Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39299497

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OBJECTIVES: Drug resistance in tuberculosis (TB) is a very important public health threat which should not be ignored. Understanding gender, age and characteristics of individuals affected by TB (without HIV, diabetes or Hepatitis B complication), particularly in terms of drug resistance or susceptibility, is crucial for effective prevention and management strategies as most studies focus on TB/HIV coinfection. METHODS: A cross-sectional case study of age and gender in 140 individuals grouped into: drug resistant (DR-TB), drug susceptible (DS-TB), and apparently healthy controls (AHCs). Data collection was through medical records and structured questionnaire. Statistical analyses compared age, gender, and selected risk factors across groups. RESULTS: Mean age for DR-TB group was 32 years (SD≈ 2). 80.0% were ≤ 40 years and four times more likely to have DR-TB. 55% were male with 1.22 times more likelihood of DR-TB in males. Mean age for DS-TB group was 34 years (SD ≈ 12). 66.7% were ≤ 40 years old. Odds ratio of DS-TB in males was 2.16. Only 10% of DR-TB enrollees had BCG scars compared to 65% AHCs. High percentage of DR-TB reported handling raw meat (75%) and drinking unpasteurized milk (70%) compared to DS-TB. CONCLUSIONS: The observed gender disparities and age-related factors especially in DR-TB, highlight the importance of considering age and gender factors in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts of DR-TB. Findings also highlight the need to bridge gaps in awareness and prevention of zoonotic TB and issues around effective BCG vaccination and coverage.

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Heliyon ; 10(18): e37583, 2024 Sep 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39309911

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Understanding how the bacteriomes in tuberculous lesions can be influenced by the susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) can provide valuable information for preventing and treating drug resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB). High-throughput 16S rRNA sequencing was employed to analyze the bacteriome in pulmonary TB lesions from 14 patients with DR-TB and 47 patients with drug sensitive tuberculosis (DS-TB), along with 18 normal lung tissues (NT) from 18 lung cancer patients serving as the bacterial baseline. The phylogenetic investigation of communities by reconstruction of unobserved states2 (PICRUSt2) algorithm was utilized to predict bacterial metabolic functions. The major phyla of pulmonary bacteriomes included Proteobacteria, Actinobacteria, Bacteroidetes, Firmicutes and Fusobacteria. Alpha diversity indices, including ACE, Chao1, Shannon and OTU observed, all demonstrated different bacterial communities of DS-TB samples from that of NT samples; while only Shannon indicated difference between DR-TB and NT samples. The analysis of similarity (ANOSIM) showed significantly different bacterial communities within TB lesions compared to NT samples (R = 0.418, p = 0.001). However, difference was not observed between DR-TB and DS-TB samples (ANOSIM, R = 0.069, p = 0.173). The bacterial profiles within each DR-TB individual appeared unique, with no obvious clusters corresponding to drug-resistant phenotypes. Nevertheless, indicator genera identified in DR-TB and DS-TB lesions demonstrated distinctive micro-ecological environments. Most COG functions were enriched in TB lesions, and the most significant one was [J] translation, ribosomal structure and biogenesis. The distinct enrichment patterns of bacterial enzymes in DR-TB and DS-TB lesions suggest that pulmonary bacterial activities can be modulated by the susceptibility of MTB bacilli. This study provides fresh perspectives and strategies for the precise diagnosis and assessment of drug resistance tuberculosis.

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Med Mycol Case Rep ; 46: 100668, 2024 Dec.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39314642

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Miliary coccidioidomycosis is a severe manifestation of diseases caused by Coccidioides immitis and Coccidioides posadasii that is endemic to the southwestern United States as well as Central and South America. While most cases of coccidioidomycosis present with pulmonary disease, certain risk factors increase the risk for disseminated disease. We present a case of miliary coccidioidomycosis in a 46-year-old patient with uncontrolled diabetes. Additionally, we review the features of thirty-seven cases of patients with miliary coccidioidomycosis.

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Sci Rep ; 14(1): 20711, 2024 09 05.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39237689

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Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of mortality among infectious diseases globally. Effectively managing TB requires early identification of individuals with TB disease. Resource-constrained settings often lack skilled professionals for interpreting chest X-rays (CXRs) used in TB diagnosis. To address this challenge, we developed "DecXpert" a novel Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) software solution based on deep neural networks for early TB diagnosis from CXRs, aiming to detect subtle abnormalities that may be overlooked by human interpretation alone. This study was conducted on the largest cohort size to date, where the performance of a CAD software (DecXpert version 1.4) was validated against the gold standard molecular diagnostic technique, GeneXpert MTB/RIF, analyzing data from 4363 individuals across 12 primary health care centers and one tertiary hospital in North India. DecXpert demonstrated 88% sensitivity (95% CI 0.85-0.93) and 85% specificity (95% CI 0.82-0.91) for active TB detection. Incorporating demographics, DecXpert achieved an area under the curve of 0.91 (95% CI 0.88-0.94), indicating robust diagnostic performance. Our findings establish DecXpert's potential as an accurate, efficient AI solution for early identification of active TB cases. Deployed as a screening tool in resource-limited settings, DecXpert could enable early identification of individuals with TB disease and facilitate effective TB management where skilled radiological interpretation is limited.


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Programas Informáticos , Humanos , India/epidemiología , Femenino , Masculino , Adulto , Persona de Mediana Edad , Diagnóstico por Computador/métodos , Tuberculosis/diagnóstico , Tuberculosis/diagnóstico por imagen , Tuberculosis Pulmonar/diagnóstico por imagen , Tuberculosis Pulmonar/diagnóstico , Sensibilidad y Especificidad , Adulto Joven , Adolescente , Radiografía Torácica/métodos , Anciano
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China CDC Wkly ; 6(35): 885-890, 2024 Aug 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39233997

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What is already known about this topic?: The recurrence of tuberculosis (TB) following successful treatment presents a significant challenge. What is added by this report?: Achieving the global End TB Strategy milestones and targets with the current strategies in China is challenging. However, interventions following recovery to prevent recurrence, in conjunction with preventive treatment for latent TB infection (LTBI), will aid in meeting these objectives. What are the implications for public health practice?: Implementing interventions to mitigate recurrence is essential for improving TB control strategies both in China and worldwide. Concurrently, the development of new drugs and vaccines should focus on preventing TB recurrence.

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China CDC Wkly ; 6(35): 891-895, 2024 Aug 30.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39233998

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What is already known about this topic?: The World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended the inclusion of the C-reactive protein (CRP) test in active tuberculosis (ATB) screening algorithms among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected individuals. The performance of the CRP test in African regions has been well-documented. What is added by this report?: This study analyzed data from a big data platform of Shanghai medical records together with infectious disease surveillance systems. We simulated a screening and plotted a receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve, which gives the optimal cut-off value of 11.115mg/L with sensitivity and specificity of 0.784 and 0.723, respectively. What are the implications for public health practice?: We obtained a promising perspective on screening for tuberculosis in people living with HIV (PLHIV) using the CRP test in Shanghai. Our study offers an original standpoint for following research.

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Tuberc Res Treat ; 2024: 9741157, 2024.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39234419

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Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) recommended isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) to decrease the effects of tuberculosis (TB) on human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) patients. However, not enough research has been conducted to determine the impact of IPT on TB incidence and their predictors. Therefore, the goal of this study was to evaluate how IPT affects the incidence of TB and identify factors that are predictive of TB among HIV/AIDS patients. Methods: A total of 588 patients at Debre Tabor General Hospital (DTGH) who had taken IPT between December 2009 and January 2016 participated in the current study, which then followed them for 3 years and compared them to patients who did not receive IPT during the study period. The data were gathered from patient registries and charts. IPT users' and nonusers' TB-free survival curves were compared using log-rank testing. Predictors were identified using bivariate and multivariate Cox proportional hazards models. Results: In this study, 1656 person-years (PYs) follow-ups on 588 patients found 82 additional TB cases, with an overall incidence rate (IR) of 4.95/100 PY. When compared to individuals who were not on IPT, the TB IR among patients living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) on IPT was significantly lower (1.94/100 PY vs. 8.32/100 PY). A baseline CD4 cell count < 200 cells/uL, history of TB, Hgb level < 10 g/dL, BMI < 18.5 kg/m2, and not receiving IPT are independent predictors of TB among HIV/AIDS patients. Conclusion: The frequency of TB was high among PLHIV patients who did not receive IPT. It was discovered that a low CD4 cell count at baseline, a history of TB, IPT status, Hgb level, and BMI independently predicted the presence of TB. Therefore, addressing the independent predictors that are connected to a higher risk of TB in PLHIV as well as isoniazid (INH) prophylaxis has a significant impact on reducing the incidence of TB.

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BMJ Case Rep ; 17(9)2024 Sep 03.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39231557

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A previously healthy man developed pulmonary symptoms 2 weeks after starting treatment with a tumour necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor. A negative interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA) test was obtained prior to TNF inhibitor exposure, without consideration of the fact that the patient was already immunosuppressed and had a previous positive IGRA test 17 months earlier. The patient was treated for pneumonia twice but did not achieve remission. His physical health progressively deteriorated over the following months. Malignancy was suspected but not found. Eight months after the onset of symptoms, Mycobacterium tuberculosis was found in samples from mediastinal lymph nodes, and the patient was diagnosed with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB).This case illustrates the diagnostic challenge of TB, the need to raise awareness of the increased risk of TB in patients treated with TNF inhibitors and the need to increase knowledge regarding the effect of immunosuppressive agents on IGRA tests.


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Tuberculosis Resistente a Múltiples Medicamentos , Humanos , Masculino , Tuberculosis Resistente a Múltiples Medicamentos/tratamiento farmacológico , Mycobacterium tuberculosis/aislamiento & purificación , Ensayos de Liberación de Interferón gamma , Inhibidores del Factor de Necrosis Tumoral/efectos adversos , Inhibidores del Factor de Necrosis Tumoral/uso terapéutico , Factor de Necrosis Tumoral alfa/antagonistas & inhibidores , Diagnóstico Erróneo , Antituberculosos/uso terapéutico , Persona de Mediana Edad , Inmunosupresores/efectos adversos , Inmunosupresores/uso terapéutico , Huésped Inmunocomprometido
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Infect Drug Resist ; 17: 3737-3749, 2024.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39221187

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Objective: Rifampin-resistant tuberculosis (RR-TB) remains a serious global public health concern. We assessed treatment outcomes and associated influencing factors among RR-TB patients in China. Methods: This research enrolled 1339 patients who started RR-TB treatment between May 2018 and April 2020 in China retrospectively. Data were collected from the electronic medical records. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to identify the influencing factors related to unfavorable outcomes. Results: Of the 1339 RR-TB patients, 78.8% (1055/1339) achieved treatment success (cured or treatment completed), 5.1% (68/1339) experienced treatment failure, 1.1% (15/1339) died during treatment, 10.1% (135/1339) were lost to follow-up, and 4.9% (66/1339) were not evaluated. About 67.7% (907/1339) of patients experienced at least one adverse event (AE). The most common AE was hypohepatia (507/1339, 37.9%), followed by hyperuricemia (429/1339, 32.0%), anemia (368/1339, 27.5%), electrolyte disturbance (318/1339, 23.7%), peripheral neuritis (245/1339, 18.3%), and gastrointestinal reactions (203/1339, 15.2%). Multivariate analysis showed that age ≥60 years [adjusted odds ratio (aOR): 1.96, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.39-2.77], national minority (aOR: 2.36, 95% CI: 1.42-3.93), smoking (aOR: 1.50, 95% CI: 1.10-2.04), cardiopathy (aOR: 2.90, 95% CI: 1.33-6.31), tumors (aOR: 9.84, 95% CI: 2.27-42.67), immunocompromise (aOR: 2.17, 95% CI: 1.21-3.91), re-treated TB (aOR: 1.46, 95% CI: 1.08-1.97), and experienced gastrointestinal reactions (aOR: 2.27, 95% CI: 1.52-3.40) were associated with unfavorable outcomes. Body mass index (BMI) ≥18.5 kg/m2, regimens containing bedaquiline and experienced adverse events (AEs) such as hypohepatia, leukopenia, peripheral neuritis, and optic neuritis were associated with favorable outcomes. Conclusion: High rates of treatment success were achieved for RR-TB patients at tertiary tuberculosis hospitals in China. Age ≥60 years, national minority, smoking status, comorbidities, re-treated TB, and experienced gastrointestinal reactions were independent prognostic factors for unfavorable treatment outcomes.

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Front Immunol ; 15: 1430955, 2024.
Artículo en Inglés | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39286260

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Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by infection with the bacterial pathogen Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.tb) in the respiratory tract. There was an estimated 10.6 million people newly diagnosed with TB, and there were approximately 1.3 million deaths caused by TB in 2022. Although the global prevalence of TB has remained high for decades and is an annual leading cause of death attributed to infectious diseases, only one vaccine, Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG), has been approved so far to prevent/attenuate TB disease. Correlates of protection or immunological mechanisms that are needed to control M.tb remain unknown. The protective role of antibodies after BCG vaccination has also remained largely unclear; however, recent studies have provided evidence for their involvement in protection against disease, as biomarkers for the state of infection, and as potential predictors of outcomes. Interestingly, the antibodies generated post-vaccination with BCG are linked to the activation of innate immune cascades, providing further evidence that antibody effector functions are critical for protection against respiratory pathogens such as M.tb. In this review, we aim to provide current knowledge of antibody application in TB diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Particularly, this review will focus on 1) The role of antibodies in preventing M.tb infections through preventing Mtb adherence to epithelium, antibody-mediated phagocytosis, and antibody-mediated cellular cytotoxicity; 2) The M.tb-directed antibody response generated after vaccination and how humoral profiles with different glycosylation patterns of these antibodies are linked with protection against the disease state; and 3) How antibody-mediated immunity against M.tb can be further explored as early diagnosis biomarkers and different detection methods to combat the global M.tb burden. Broadening the paradigm of differentiated antibody profiling and antibody-based detection during TB disease progression offers new directions for diagnosis, treatment, and preventative strategies. This approach involves linking the aforementioned humoral responses with the disease state, progression, and clearance.


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Anticuerpos Antibacterianos , Vacuna BCG , Mycobacterium tuberculosis , Tuberculosis , Humanos , Mycobacterium tuberculosis/inmunología , Anticuerpos Antibacterianos/inmunología , Tuberculosis/inmunología , Tuberculosis/prevención & control , Vacuna BCG/inmunología , Animales , Inmunidad Innata , Vacunación , Biomarcadores
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