Individualized Treatment of Multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis Using Whole-Genome Sequencing and Expanded Drug-Susceptibility Testing.

Dookie, Navisha; Padayatchi, Nesri; Lessells, Richard J; Naicker, Cherise L; Chotoo, Sunitha; Naidoo, Kogieleum · Clin Infect Dis · 2020

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A case of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis is presented. It highlights the role of whole-genome sequencing, expanded phenotypic drug susceptibility testing, and enhanced case management, offering a more complete understanding of drug susceptibility to Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This approach guides an effective individualized treatment strategy that results in rapid sustained culture conversion.

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