Accuracy of BCG vaccination in prevention of tuberculosis meningitis

N. Baghaie, M. R. Boloorsaz, S. S. Hakimi, A. A. Velayati (Tehran, Islamic Republic Of Iran)

Source: Annual Congress 2007 - Tuberculosis control in the penitentiary and civilian sector
Session: Tuberculosis control in the penitentiary and civilian sector
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 2494
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases, Respiratory infections

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