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Prison Leprosy Screening Detects Hidden Cases
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Researchers conducted a study in a Brazilian prison that identified undiagnosed leprosy cases among inmates using a specialized questionnaire and clinical exams. The findings highlight the high prevalence of the disease in confined settings and the importance of active screening to prevent long-term disability.
LEPROSY screening identified undiagnosed multibacillary disease and disability among incarcerated men in northeastern Brazil.
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