Tuberculosis in infants, children, and adolescents: an update with case studies

Abstract

Tuberculosis continues to be a major health problem in the United States, and infants and children are at particular risk for serious manifestations of the disease. This article provides up-to-date information about the epidemiology, classification, clinical manifestations, and recent changes in recommendations by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Case studies are used to illustrate important points.