Journal article
The sensitivity of BCG scar as an indicator of previous vaccination among Sudanese infants
Tuberculosis remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Bacille Calmette Guerin (BCG) is the current vaccine for tuberculosis. The absence or presence of a scar is used as an indicator of previous vaccination.
Languages
- English
Publication year
2011
Journal
Vaccine
Volume
46
Type
Journal article
Categories
- Service delivery
Diseases
- TB
Countries
- Sudan
Tags
- Coverage monitoring
WHO Regions
- Eastern Mediterranean Region