Case series: Atypical presentation of cerebral tuberculomas
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Tubercular infections of central nervous system commonly present with hydrocephalus, basal exudates, infarcts, tuberculomas, focal deficits, seizures etc. Cerebraltuberculomas are rare and serious form of tuberculosis due to haematogenous spread of Mycobactrium tuberculosis. However, symptoms and radiologic features are sometimes nonspecific hence, pose a challenge in differentiating them from other lesions like tumors or sometimes may lead to a misdiagnosis. This case series describes few cases who presented with atypicalsymptoms and with no history suggestive of primary tubercular foci which were efficiently diagnosed early and treated accordingly. As an end result initiating an early conservative line of management with aversion of surgical intervention, has shown satisfactory reduction in morbidity and mortality as noted on follow up.
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Mitali Madhusmita, Manish Pendse, Smita Patil
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