Extrapulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB) constitutes about 20% of all cases of tuberculosis (TB)
in Korea. Diagnosing EPTB remains challenging because clinical samples obtained from …

Pathogenic Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex organisms (MTBC) primarily cause
pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB); however, MTBC are also capable of causing disease in …

Abstract Background. Individuals infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) may
develop symptoms and signs of disease (tuberculosis disease) or may have no clinical …

Miliary tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially lethal disease if not diagnosed and treated early.
Diagnosing miliary TB can be a challenge that can perplex even the most experienced …

Tuberculosis ranges among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. A
diagnostic approach to a patient with possible tuberculosis includes a detailed medical …

Tuberculosis (TB) once considered a disease of the developing world is infrequent in the
developing world too. Its worldwide prevalence with a huge impact on the healthcare system …

Chylous ascites refers to the accumulation of lipid‐rich lymph in the peritoneal cavity due to
disruption of the lymphatic system secondary to traumatic injury or obstruction. Worldwide …

Abdominal tuberculosis is an ancient problem with modern nuances in diagnosis and
management. The two major forms are tuberculous peritonitis and gastrointestinal …

Miliary tuberculosis (TB), is a fatal form of disseminated TB characterized by tiny tubercles
evident on gross pathology similar to innumerable millet seeds in size and appearance …

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that is one of the top 10 causes of death
worldwide. About a quarter of the world's population is infected with bacteria belonging to …