Diagnostic dilemma in temporomandibular joint tuberculosis: A case report
Journal Title: International Journal Of Medical Science And Clinical Invention - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 4
Abstract
Extra-pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial region is a diagnostic challenge and a high index of suspicion is required for a correct diagnosis. A patient was referred to us with a provisional diagnosis of a parotid fistula in the left submandibular region. Further evaluation revealed this to be TB of the left TMJ with involvement of the adjoining muscle. We report this case of TB involving the TMJ because of its rarity and the associated diagnostic dilemma.
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Dr. Sailesh Kumar Mukul ,Dr. Amit Kumar ,Dr. Ejaz Ahmad Mokhtar ,Dr. Shweta Pandey , Dr. Siddharth Singh
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