Methods used in the spatial analysis of tuberculosis epidemiology: a systematic review

Abstract Background Tuberculosis (TB) transmission often occurs within a household or community, leading to heterogeneous spatial patterns. However, apparent spatial clustering of TB could reflect ongoing transmission or co-location of risk factors and can vary considerably depending on the type of...

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Main Authors: Debebe Shaweno, Malancha Karmakar, Kefyalew Addis Alene, Romain Ragonnet, Archie CA Clements, James M. Trauer, Justin T. Denholm, Emma S. McBryde
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:BMC Medicine
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12916-018-1178-4