Tuberculin reaction and BCG scar: Association with infant mortality

ConclusionWe confirmed previous observations that having a scar and a TST response after BCG vaccination is associated with lower mortality risk. The possibility of revaccinating scar negative children should be considered.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Tropical Medicine and International Health - October 1, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Clara Amalie Gade Timmermann, Sofie Biering‐Sørensen, Peter Aaby, Ane Bærent Fisker, Ivan Monteiro, Amabelia Rodrigues, Christine Stabell Benn, Henrik Ravn Tags: Original Article Source Type: research