Comparison between the diagnostic validities of Xpert MTB/RIF and interferon-γ release assays for tuberculous pericarditis using pericardial tissue.

Volume: 12, Issue: 12
Published: Dec 6, 2017
Abstract
Background This study aimed to assess the diagnostic performance of Xpert MTB/RIF for tuberculous pericarditis (TBP) using pericardial tissues. Methods The study involved 30 patients admitted with suspected TBP from January–December 2016; three patients were later excluded. The interferon-γ release assay (T-SPOT.TB) and the Xpert MTB/RIF test were performed using peripheral blood and pericardial tissues, respectively. TBP was confirmed...
Paper Details
Title
Comparison between the diagnostic validities of Xpert MTB/RIF and interferon-γ release assays for tuberculous pericarditis using pericardial tissue.
Published Date
Dec 6, 2017
Journal
Volume
12
Issue
12
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