Browsing by Author "Pandie, Shaheen"

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Diagnostic accuracy of quantitative PCR (Xpert MTB/RIF) for tuberculous pericarditis compared to adenosine deaminase and unstimulated interferon-γ in a high burden setting: a prospective study

Author: Pandie, Shaheen ; Peter, Jonathan G ; Kerbelker, Zita S ; Meldau, Richard ; Theron, Grant ; Govender, Ureshnie ; Ntsekhe, Mpiko ; Dheda, Keertan ; Mayosi, Bongani M Date: 18 Jun 2014 Background: Tuberculous pericarditis (TBP) is associated with high morbidity and mortality, and is an important treatable cause of heart failure in developing countries. Tuberculous aetiology of pericarditis is difficult to diagnose promptly. ... Read more
Mycobacterium W immunotherapy for treating pulmonary tuberculosis : a systematic review

Author: Pandie, Shaheen Date: 2011 Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major health problem in the developing world, accounting for approximately 2 million deaths per year. The search for appropriate and applicable therapies to reduce the burden of TB is essential. Mycobacterium w (M ... Read more
The prevalence, determinants, natural history and impact of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter in patients with tuberculosis pericarditis - insights from the IMPI trial

Author: Chishala, Chishala Date: 2016 Tuberculosis is the most common cause of pericarditis in Africa. The dual human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-tuberculosis epidemics are major contributors to the burden of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis, including tuberculous pericarditis. ... Read more

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