The utility of Xpert MTB/RIF in the diagnosis of Tubercular Mediastinal Lymphadenopathy by Endobronchial Ultrasound

Conclusions: Xpert MTB/RIF using EBUS-TBNA samples is a useful laboratory test with good specificity in the diagnosis of tuberculosis. In high prevalence countries of Tuberculosis, Xpert MTB/RIF can decrease the diagnosis and treatment initiation time when combined with the conventional microscopy and histopathology

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 20, 2019 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Gupta, R., Bhatia, A., Joshi, S., Tayal, N., Pandey, P., Gupta, A. Tags: Tuberculosis Source Type: research