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Discrepant smear and culture results in diabetic and nondiabetic pulmonary tuberculosis patients
| Number | Smear−culture + (%) | Smear+culture −(%) |
|---|---|---|
| DM (394) | 28 (7.1) | 82 (20.8) |
| Non-DM (1179) | 144 (12.2) | 211 (17.9) |
| Total (1573) | 172 (10.9) | 293 (18.6) |
DM: Diabetes mellitus
