Efficacy of testing of modified gastric aspirate/induced sputum by CBNAAT for diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis/intrathoracic tuberculosis in children

Key Points

• Modified gastric aspirate and induced sputum testing increases the detection of pulmonary tuberculosis in children, which is critical for timely treatment.
• The key diagnostic method here is CBNAAT, which demonstrates a significant improvement in identifying tuberculosis cases.
• This observational analysis focuses on pediatric patients, providing insights into tuberculosis management in this vulnerable population.
• The findings underscore the need for enhanced diagnostic strategies for tuberculosis, especially in settings where children are at higher risk.