Higher plasma interleukin − 6 levels are associated with lung cavitation in drug-resistant tuberculosis

Higher plasma interleukin − 6 levels are associated with lung cavitation in drug-resistant tuberculosis

Abstract Background Lung cavitation is associated with heightened TB transmission and poor treatment outcomes. This study aimed to determine the relationship between systemic inflammation and lung cavitation in drug-resistant TB patients with and without HIV co-infection. Methods Plasma samples were...

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Main Authors: Thando Glory Maseko, Slindile Ngubane, Marothi Letsoalo, Santhuri Rambaran, Derseree Archary, Natasha Samsunder, Rubeshan Perumal, Surie Chinappa, Nesri Padayatchi, Kogieleum Naidoo, Aida Sivro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-08-01
Series:BMC Immunology
Subjects:
Tuberculosis
HIV
MDR
XDR
Biomarker
Lung cavitation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12865-023-00563-2

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12865-023-00563-2

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