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Performance of diagnostic microbiology by type of Burundi ulcer lesion
| Disease stage | No. of microscopy- positive specimensa | No. of culture- positive specimens (all methods)a |
|---|---|---|
| Nodules and plaques | 16/20 (80) | 14/20 (70) |
| Ulcerative lesions | 16/21 (76) | 18/21 (86) |
| Total | 32/41 (78) | 32/41 (78) |
The number of microscopy- or culture-positive specimens to the number of total specimens is shown. The percentage is shown in parentheses.
