Publications by authors named "Mohd Yusof Abu Bakar"
Characteristics of smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis with normal chest radiographic findings during a tuberculosis outbreak in northeast Malaysia: A cross-sectional study.
Abdul Muin Mohd Redhuan Mohd Yusof Abu Bakar Ahmad Fuat Mohd Shahriman Amri Nur Syafiqa Amirudin Noor Faizah
Malays Fam Physician
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Tuberculosis (TB) is still widespread in Malaysia, and using cost-effective methods like chest radiography can help in early detection to mitigate its impact, though many cases exhibit normal X-ray results.
- A study of 56 confirmed smear-positive pulmonary TB cases revealed that about 43% had normal chest radiographs, despite presenting symptoms and positive sputum tests.
- Factors linked to these normal findings included being under 18, being a student, being single, and being asymptomatic, highlighting the need for thorough testing beyond radiographs to avoid misdiagnosis during outbreaks.