Utility of serial sputum examinations to discontinue respiratory isolation among inpatients with suspicion of tuberculosis

C. Acuna-Villaorduna, J. Lau-deza, J. Mora (Scranton, Philadelphia, United States Of America)

Source: Annual Congress 2013 –Tuberculosis diagnosis
Session: Tuberculosis diagnosis
Session type: Poster Discussion
Number: 508
Disease area: Respiratory infections

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