Which one of the following statements about leprosy is true?

A. Group surves for case detection are carried out when prevalence of leprosy is less than 1 per 1000

B. For determining the bacteriological index, ++ in a smear indicates 2 bacilli in every field

C. Minimum duration of treatment for paucibacillary cases is for 9 months

D. Minimum duration of treatment for multibacillary case is for 12 months

Correct Answer: Minimum duration of treatment for multibacillary case is for 12 months

Description: <p> Duration of Treatment for Multibacillary leprosy-MB blister packs for 12 months,within 18 months. Reference:Park&;s textbook of preventive and social medicine,K.Park,23rd edition,page no:324. <p>

Category: Social & Preventive Medicine

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