Approaches to detecting tuberculosis in children and youth

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Document officiel de Canadian Paediatric Society (2018) sur « Approaches to detecting tuberculosis in children and youth ». Extrait officiel (langue source) : This practice point provides a framework for initiating investigation in children suspected of having infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb). Some areas in Canada have a high burden of tubercular disease, with Indigenous populations being most at risk. Tuberculosis (TB) can present either as an acute or subacute illness and both primary or reactivation infection can cause pulmonary or multisystem disease. Tu. Consultez la publication officielle pour les recommandations détaillées et leur champ d’application.

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