Mycobacterium W immunotherapy for treating pulmonary tuberculosis : a systematic review
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2011
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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 w) is a heat-killed immune-modulating vaccine designed to attenuate the effects of TB infection and reduce the time to sputum negativity, thereby improving cure rates and decreasing transmission rates.
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Pandie, S. 2011. Mycobacterium W immunotherapy for treating pulmonary tuberculosis : a systematic review. University of Cape Town.