Diagnostic accuracy of interferon-gamma release assays for diagnosis of smear-negative pulmonary tuberculosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Diagnostic accuracy of interferon-gamma release assays for diagnosis of smear-negative pulmonary tuberculosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Introduction The diagnosis of smear-negative pulmonary tuberculosis (SNPTB) is challenging. Interferon gamma-release assays (IGRAs) may be helpful in early diagnosis among these patients resulting in prompt treatment and favorable outcomes. Methods We performed a comprehensive search from e...

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Main Authors: Tananchai Petnak, Dararat Eksombatchai, Supavit Chesdachai, Ploypin Lertjitbanjong, Pahnwat Taweesedt, Angsupat Pornchai, Charat Thongprayoon, Larry J. Prokop, Zhen Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-06-01
Series:BMC Pulmonary Medicine
Subjects:
Diagnosis
Interferon-gamma release assays
Meta-analysis
Sensitivity
Specificity
Smear-negative
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-022-02013-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-022-02013-y

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