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Cranial and Spinal Tuberculosis Infections including Acute Presentations

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  24 April 2024

Veekshith Shetty
Affiliation:
Manipal Hospital, Bangalore
Pragnesh Bhatt
Affiliation:
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Summary

Central nervous system, affliction, although rare, represents one of the most severe extra-pulmonary manifestations of tuberculosis, potentially leading to substantial morbidity and mortality if not promptly addressed. Cranial tuberculosis can manifest in various forms, including tuberculomas, encephalitis, abscesses, and meningitis, with the latter being the most critical and carrying a poor prognosis if left untreated. Spinal tuberculosis, accounting for approximately 50% of musculoskeletal TB cases, can present with a spectrum of symptoms, ranging from simple back pain to more severe neurological deficits such as weakness and deformity. Anti-tuberculosis medications remain the cornerstone of treatment, and this Element offers an algorithmic approach to managing referrals of suspected tuberculosis, incorporating pertinent clinical information to facilitate effective decision-making.
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Online ISBN: 9781009388764
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication: 16 May 2024

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