Asymptomatic Pulmonary Tuberculosis in a Child under TNF-alpha Inhibitor Therapy
The use of TNF-alpha inhibitor agents facilitates mycobacterial infections. Unlike in normal population, active tuberculosis in such patients may be asymptomatic. Here we present the case of an asymptomatic child who developed pulmonary tuberculosis during TNF-alpha inhibitor therapy. A 12-year-old...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Galenos Yayinevi
2017-03-01
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| Series: | İstanbul Medical Journal |
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http://imj.galenos.com.tr/archives/archive-detail/article-preview/asymptomatic-pulmonary-tuberculosis-in-a-child-und/20430
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