TUBERCULOUS ARTHROPATHY OF THE ELBOW JOINT: A CASE REPORT.
Journal Title: International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR) - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
Tuberculosis arthritis is a rare form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis affecting 1-3% of the population. The diagnosis of TB arthritis is challenging since different diseases mimic its presentation. However, early detection and treatment are very crucial to have better prognosis and outcome. Musculoskeletal tuberculosis most commonly affects the spine, followed by the weight bearing joints like the hip and knee joints. The elbow joint is rarely involved in musculoskeletal tuberculosis and represents 1-5% of musculoskeletal tuberculosis cases. Here we are reporting a 75-year-old male known case of pulmonary TB presented with right elbow swelling and pain, and diagnosed with TB arthritis based on clinical history and exam, imaging, and joint fluid aspiration.
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Samer Abdulmoghny Alamri, Basel Bandar Almalki
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- DOI 10.21474/IJAR01/6182
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