The international journal of tuberculosis and lung disease : the official journal of the International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
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Int. J. Tuberc. Lung Dis. · May 2011
The functioning of oxygen concentrators in resource-limited settings: a situation assessment in two countries.
The paediatric wards of hospitals in Malawi and Mongolia. ⋯ Years after installation of oxygen concentrators, many machines were still functioning, indicating that widespread use can be sustained in resource-limited settings. However, concentrator performance varied substantially. Procurement of high-quality and appropriate equipment is critical, and resources should be made available for ongoing maintenance.
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Int. J. Tuberc. Lung Dis. · May 2011
Review Meta AnalysisInterleukin-10 polymorphisms and tuberculosis susceptibility: a meta-analysis.
A large number of studies have shown that polymorphisms in the interleukin 10 (IL-10) gene are implicated in susceptibility to tuberculosis (TB). However, the results are inconsistent and inconclusive. ⋯ This meta-analysis suggests that the -1082G/A polymorphism of the IL-10 gene could be a risk factor for TB in Europeans. Further studies with larger populations are required to assess the association between IL-10 polymorphisms and TB susceptibility.