Challenges in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of tuberculosis in children

J. Furin (Strongsville, United States of America)

Source: International Congress 2019 – Tuberculosis: latest advances and challenges in patient management
Session: Tuberculosis: latest advances and challenges in patient management
Session type: Lunchtime session
Number: 3176
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases, Respiratory infections

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