Maternal BCG scar is associated with increased infant proinflammatory immune responses
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2016.11.079
Abstract: Introduction Prenatal exposures such as infections and immunisation may influence infant responses. We had an opportunity to undertake an analysis of innate responses in infants within the context of a study investigating the effects of… read more here.
Keywords: bcg scar; proinflammatory; maternal bcg; infant responses ... See more keywords
BCG scarring and improved child survival: a combined analysis of studies of BCG scarring
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DOI: 10.1111/joim.13084
Abstract: Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine against tuberculosis (TB) is recommended at birth in TB‐endemic areas. Currently, BCG vaccination programmes use “BCG vaccination coverage by 12 months of age” as the performance indicator. Previous studies suggest that… read more here.
Keywords: bcg scarring; bcg scar; bcg; analysis ... See more keywords
Surveillance of close contacts of patients with infectious tuberculosis: a prospective cohort study
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DOI: 10.1186/s13756-024-01419-z
Abstract: A long-term follow-up of close contacts to monitor their infection status is essential to formulate a promising screening strategy. The study aimed to assess the dynamics of tuberculosis (TB) infection using Interferon-γ release assay (IGRA)… read more here.
Keywords: infection; igra positive; close contacts; surveillance close ... See more keywords