Individualized Treatment of Multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis Using Whole-Genome Sequencing and Expanded Drug-Susceptibility Testing.
Clin Infect Dis
; 71(11): 2981-2985, 2020 12 31.
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ABSTRACT
A case of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis is presented. It highlights the role of whole-genome sequencing, expanded phenotypic drug susceptibility testing, and enhanced case management, offering a more complete understanding of drug susceptibility to Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This approach guides an effective individualized treatment strategy that results in rapid sustained culture conversion.
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Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Preparaciones Farmacéuticas
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Tuberculosis Resistente a Múltiples Medicamentos
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Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Clin Infect Dis
Asunto de la revista:
DOENCAS TRANSMISSIVEIS
Año:
2020
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Sudáfrica