Conference
Is Cutaneous Tuberculosis Infectious? A Case Presentation and Practical Management Plan
Abstract
Infection control measures for cutaneous tuberculosis in the absence of pulmonary disease are problematic. Delays in diagnosis can lead to the exposure of many individuals. This article describes a case of cutaneous tuberculosis and the subsequent contact investigation. Strategies for infection control and their practicality are discussed.
Authors
Hui C; Garg AX; Pennie R
Volume
24
Pagination
pp. 870-871
Publisher
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date
November 2003
DOI
10.1086/502152
Conference proceedings
Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology
Issue
11
ISSN
0899-823X