Tuberculosis and HIV infection in sub-Saharan Africa

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Authors

Kevin M. De Cock · Santé Espoir Vie Côte d'Ivoire

Abstract

The epidemiology of tuberculosis has been profoundly influenced by the epidemic of HIV infection in sub-Saharan Africa. Greatly increased human and material resources are required for this neglected problem in international health.

Topics & Keywords

Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: JAMA

Volume 268, Issue 12, pp. 1581-1587

DOI: 10.1001/jama.268.12.1581

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