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Ultrasound in managing extrapulmonary tuberculosis: a randomized controlled two-center study.

Author: BaniFarida, BattegayManuel, GingoWinfrid, HellaJerry, HizaHelen, KatoIrene B, KimeraNamvua, MapesiHerry, MhimbiraFrancis, MnzavaDorcas, NdegeRobert, NgomeOmary, ParisDaniel H, ReitherKlaus, RohacekMartin, SasamaloMohamed, TembaYvan, VanobberghenFiona, WeisserMaja, WigayiJohn, WilsonHerieth

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Multicenter StudyResearch conducted in collaboration with multiple research institutions. It aims to collect a wide range of data and obtain more generalizable results.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

A randomized controlled trial is being conducted to determine whether a management algorithm including extended focused assessment of sonography for HIV and tuberculosis (eFASH) can increase the proportion of correctly managed patients with clinically suspected extrapulmonary tuberculosis, thus reducing overtreatment with anti-tuberculosis drugs.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Patients with clinically suspected tuberculosis are often treated empirically, as diagnosis - especially of extrapulmonary tuberculosis - remains challenging. This leads to an overtreatment of tuberculosis and to underdiagnosis of possible differential diagnoses. METHODS: This open-labe...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7226714/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Ultrasound: A Powerful Tool for Diagnosing Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB), a disease that has plagued humanity for centuries, continues to be a major public health concern. This study explores the role of ultrasound in the diagnosis and management of extrapulmonary TB, a form of the disease that affects organs outside the lungs. The researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of ultrasound in combination with other diagnostic tests.

Ultrasound: A New Frontier in TB Diagnosis

The study suggests that ultrasound, like a powerful lens in a vast desert, can enhance the accuracy of diagnosing extrapulmonary TB. The researchers found that using ultrasound in combination with other tests, such as chest X-ray and microbiological analysis, can significantly improve the proportion of patients correctly managed for TB. This is a significant finding that could lead to more effective treatment and prevent unnecessary exposure to anti-tuberculosis drugs.

Improving TB Diagnosis and Management

This study highlights the potential of ultrasound as a valuable tool for diagnosing and managing extrapulmonary TB. By incorporating ultrasound into the diagnostic algorithm, clinicians can make more accurate diagnoses, leading to more targeted treatment and potentially reducing the burden of TB. This is a crucial step in the ongoing battle against this devastating disease.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a beacon of light in a vast desert, offers a promising new approach to diagnosing and managing extrapulmonary TB. By harnessing the power of ultrasound, we can advance the fight against this age-old disease, ensuring that patients receive the care they need to thrive.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-07-24
  2. Date Revised 2020-07-24
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

32414338

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC7226714

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

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