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Closing the gaps in TB detection — considerations for policy makers

Ryan R Thompson, MSPH et al.
Jan. 22, 2023, 8:27 p.m.

Decentralised molecular testing for TB could reduce missed diagnoses and losses to follow-up in high-burden settings.

A study published in The Lancet Global Health reported on the cost and cost-effectiveness analysis of decentralised molecular testing for TB in Uganda.

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