| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5955200 | Chest | 2013 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Positive sputum smears by a concentrated smear method at the fifth month of treatment in patients with non-MDR TB, especially those with a low SCOR index, may be due to nonviable bacilli and NTM. Careful review of the quality of patient supervision, bacteriologic data, and chest radiography is crucial.
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Authors
Jung-Yien MD, Yi-Ting MD, Chin-Chung MD, Jen-Jyh MD, Jann-Yuan MD, PhD, Chong-Jen MD, PhD, Pan-Chyr MD, PhD, FCCP,