How To Use Sputum smear In A Sentence
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A novel method based on multi-frame image information fusion is presented by extending the dynamic range of the microscopic image in order to improve the quality of TB sputum smear microscopic image.
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Studies suggest that sputum smears persistently positive despite negative culture results may in some patients be due to nonviable or atypical mycobacteria.
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The observed benefits included unsustained sputum smear conversion to negative, delayed growth of cultures and shrinkage of cavities.
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Patients older than 15 years with newly diagnosed sputum smear-positive pulmonary TB were randomly assigned to the intervention or control group.
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In addition, sputum smears and cultures, immunologic assessments, and chest X-ray interpretations were performed without knowledge of treatment assignment.
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A skin test and sputum smears for tuberculosis were negative.
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Children who are close household contacts of sputum smear-positive pulmonary TB patients should be screened for TB.