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1. Pre XDR tuberculosis means:

  • A. TB resistant to isoniazid, rifampicin and ciproflozacin
  • B. TB resistant to isoniazid, rifampicin and ciproflozacin
  • C. TB resistant to isoniazid, rifampicin and ciproflozacin
  • D. TB resistant to isoniazid, rifampicin and ciproflozacin

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Pre - XDR - TB is defined as TB with resistance to isoniazid and rifampicin and either a FQ or a second - line injectable agent but not both6. An incidence of FQ resistant MDR - TB is increasing globally but unfortunately, till date limited data are available on prevalence of pre - XDR - TB worldwide

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