Mycobacterium tuberculosis in solid organ transplantation: incidence before and after expanded isoniazid prophylaxis
CONCLUSIONS: Rates of tuberculosis among our solid transplant recipients are decreasing. Universal iso-niazid prophylaxis in transplant recipients could reduce transplant-associated tuberculosis in endemic areas. LIMITATIONS:Donor data on tuberculosis exposure and prevention and tuberculosis prevention efforts before referral to our center are not available for all patients.
Source: Annals of Saudi Medicine - Category: Journals (General) Tags: ISSUE 2 Source Type: research
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