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A Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis Outbreak in a Language School

Mariya Itaki, Masayuki Endo, Keiko Ikedo, Aya Kayebeta, Ikumi Takahashi, Masaki Ota, Susumu Hirao, Yoko Nagata

International Journal of Mycobacteriology · 2021 · 12 citations · 13 references

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Abstract

National TB programs should adopt prophylaxis regimens for MDR-TB LTBI cases and provide prophylaxis to them, particularly if related to an outbreak. The Japanese government should screen immigrants for TB, particularly those from TB-endemic areas.

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