Childhood Tuberculosis: Current Scenario in India
Journal Title: Pediatric Review: International Journal of Pediatric Research - Year 2014, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Almost one third of Indian population is having tubercular infection. Children always get infection from open cases of Tuberculosis. Associated malnutrition further increases intensity of tuberculosis. In this editorial we have discussed about current scenario of tuberculosis in India with special emphasis on children.
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D Sharad Gedam, Umesh Patel
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