article · BMC Microbiology

Comparison of stool and gastric content samples analyzed with genexpert ultra for the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis in children under five in Niger: a multi-center diagnostic study

2026Open accessUniversité Abdou Moumouni

Abstract

GeneXpert stool testing is a valuable complementary approach to gastric content examination for detecting tuberculosis. Integrating it into screening strategies, especially in resource-limited settings, can enhance pediatric tuberculosis detection and management.

Research topics

Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection

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DOI: 10.1186/s12866-026-04928-6

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