Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 1981, Vol. 14 ›› Issue (2): 75-79.

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Clinical and Experimental Studies on Sulfone Resistant Leprosy

Li Wenzhong1, Ye GanYun1, Wang Heying1, Ye Shunzhang1, Wu Qinxue1, Ma Lin1, Zhang Yongfa2, Ma Bukuan2   

  1. 1. Institute of Dermatology, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences;
    2. Qinhu Leprosarium, Tai County, Jiangsu Province
  • Online:1981-06-15 Published:1981-06-15

Abstract: The most solid foundation for leprosy control today rests on the effectiveness of sulfone therapy.However,the emergence of dapsone resistance with increasing frequency raises a serious problem for program mes of treatment and control of leprosy.Twelve cases of dapsone resistant leprosy were proved by clinical trials and/or foot-pad tests of mice in Qinhu Leprosarium during the period of 1975 to 1979.