Comparative evaluation of Xpert MTB/RIF assay with multiplex polymerase chain reaction for the diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tube.2018.09.002
Abstract: BACKGROUND Rapid and specific diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is of paramount importance to decrease morbidity and mortality. Therefore, the present study was undertaken to compare the efficacy of Xpert MTB/RIF assay (GXpert) and multiplex… read more here.
Keywords: rif; tuberculous meningitis; diagnosis tuberculous; mpcr ... See more keywords
Validation of host cerebrospinal fluid protein biomarkers for early diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis in children: a replication and new biosignature discovery study
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DOI: 10.1080/1354750x.2022.2071991
Abstract: Abstract Purpose: The diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis (TBM) in children is often delayed due to diagnostic difficulties. New tools are urgently needed to improve the diagnosis of the disease in this vulnerable group. The present… read more here.
Keywords: host cerebrospinal; protein biomarkers; diagnosis; diagnosis tuberculous ... See more keywords
Diagnostic characteristics of Xpert MTB/RIF assay for the diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis and rifampicin resistance in Southern Brazil.
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DOI: 10.1590/0004-282x20200067
Abstract: BACKGROUND The timely diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is challenging. Molecular diagnostic tools are necessary for TBM, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. OBJECTIVES We aimed to calculate the diagnostics characteristics of Xpert MTB/RIF for… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis tuberculous; mtb rif; tuberculous meningitis; tbm ... See more keywords
Identification of protein biomarkers in host cerebrospinal fluid for differential diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis and other meningitis
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DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.886040
Abstract: Background and purpose The diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is difficult due to the lack of sensitive methods. Identification of TBM-specific biomarkers in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) may help diagnose and improve our understanding of… read more here.
Keywords: tbm; meningitis; diagnosis; cerebrospinal fluid ... See more keywords