Search for dissertations about: "tuberculosis relapse"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words tuberculosis relapse.

2. 1. Tuberculosis in Stockholm : studies on transmission, prevention and control

   Author : Boris Kan; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : contact tracing;

   Abstract : The first priority of tuberculosis control programs is diagnosis and treatment of all individuals with active tuberculosis. Contact tracing constitutes the second priority of tuberculosis prevention and control. Patients’ inclinations to cooperate are essential for its results. READ MORE

4. 2. Clinical and prophylactic studies of human tuberculosis in a low-endemic setting

   Author : Maria Norrby; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Sweden is a low burden country for tuberculosis (TB). New cases occur mainly among immigrants from countries with a higher TB prevalence. Most persons infected with TB (latent TB) will not develop disease (active TB). Prolonged treatment is necessary and can cause severe adverse drug reactions. READ MORE

5. 3. Characterizing phenotypes of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and exploring anti-mycobacterial compounds through high content screening

   Author : Sadaf Kalsum; Maria Lerm; Thomas Lundbäck; Annika Jenmalm; Lena Serrander; Priscille Bordin; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

   Abstract : Tuberculosis (TB), an airborne disease and one of the top 10 causes of death globally, is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb). Current standard therapy for TB treatment includes multiple drugs for a period of at least 6 months. READ MORE