Thoracic Wall Tuberculosis: A Rare Entity with Varied Presentations and Favorable Outcomes
Background: Thoracic wall tuberculosis, though rare, may present as cold abscesses.We reviewed 11 patients over a 2-year period, using imaging, polymerase chain reaction, or histological analysis for confirmation.Methods: Treatment combined anti-tuberculosis therapy with surgical drainage.Results: Despite varied presentations, outcomes remained favorable.Conclusion: This underscores the importance of timely diagnosis, appropriate care, and consistent follow-up.
Authors
- E. Maidi
- Mouad Gourti
Institutions
- Régie Autonome Multi Services D'Agadir (MA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Chest Surgery
- Published
- 2025-05-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5090/jcs.2025s1.25s-0032
- Primary Topic
- Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00