Medical microbiology

  1. Patient delay in tuberculosis care increased in Shenyang from 2015 to 2024
    Study of 38,928 TB patients in Shenyang reveals 56.65% experience consultation delays. Female, elderly, ethnic minority, and farmer patients at highest risk. Targeted interventions needed.
  2. CBC-derived ratios have limited diagnostic value in rheumatic disease tuberculosis
    Explore CBC-derived ratios for tuberculosis diagnosis in rheumatic disease patients. Study shows limited standalone accuracy but potential as adjunctive screening tools alongside microbiological.