Introduction: Mycobacterium tuberculosis genotyping has impacted evolutionary studies worldwide. Nonetheless, its application and the knowledge generated depend on the genetic marker evaluated and the detection technologies that have evolved over the years. Here we describe the timeline of main genotypic methods related to M. tuberculosis in Latin America and the main findings obtained. Methodology: Systematic ...
Background and objectives: to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis in different settings is essential to guide the establishment of appropriate TB control strategies. This study aimed to assess the influence of COVID-19 pandemic in laboratory diagnosis of TB in patients tested and diagnosed for TB. Methods: a data survey was carried out in the database of laboratories th...
Backgrounds and objectives: Helicobacter pylori is a Gram-negative bacterium that colonizes the stomach of approximately 50% of the world´s human population. This microorganismis the major causal agent of gastritis and is an important risk factor for the development of peptic ulcer disease and gastric carcinoma. The factors that determine these diverse clinical outcomes are subject to continuous investigations ...