Incidence of tubercular lymphadenitis in cases of cervical lymphadenopathy by fine needle aspiration cytology—A single center study

FNAC proves valuable for initial screening and follow-up of patients with lymphadenopathy; unlike excision biopsies, which sometimes lead to complications, such as sinus formation in tuberculous lymph nodes. The detection of granulomatous inflammation, consistent with TB, along with AFB positivity, provides a strong basis for initiating anti-tubercular therapy promptly. FNAC's affordability and its diagnostic relevance make it an ideal method for diagnosing tuberculous lymphadenitis in resource-constrained environments.