Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health concern, affecting both pulmonary and extrapulmonary systems. While musculoskeletal TB represents a small portion of cases (1%–3%), it remains particularly problematic in developing regions like Asia and Africa. Tuberculous spondylitis, affecting...
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| author | Anuj Garg Anil Kumar Singh Rahul Sidheshwar Ranjan Ashok Yadav Ramesh Chandra Rajput Shashikant Kumar |
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| description | Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health concern, affecting both pulmonary and extrapulmonary systems. While musculoskeletal TB represents a small portion of cases (1%–3%), it remains particularly problematic in developing regions like Asia and Africa. Tuberculous spondylitis, affecting the vertebral column, comprises about half of all musculoskeletal TB cases. Although large joint involvement and para-articular regions are common, isolated soft tissue TB is rare. The introduction of advanced imaging techniques, with magnetic resonance imaging as the preferred method, has revolutionized the diagnosis of musculoskeletal TB. Early detection of bone and joint TB is vital for optimizing treatment outcomes and reducing the risk of complications, including deformities. This review article consolidates clinical and radiological insights into extraspinal osteoarticular TB, stressing the importance of heightened awareness among radiologists and clinicians. It underscores the role of advanced imaging in ensuring accurate diagnoses, particularly in regions with high TB prevalence, and in initiating timely and effective patient management to prevent complications. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e973fa547ce443e48fc0598dc8927cfc2025-01-25T10:19:23ZengWolters Kluwer Medknow PublicationsMGM Journal of Medical Sciences2347-79462347-79622024-04-0111236637810.4103/mgmj.mgmj_142_24Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regionsAnuj GargAnil Kumar SinghRahul Sidheshwar RanjanAshok YadavRamesh Chandra RajputShashikant KumarTuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health concern, affecting both pulmonary and extrapulmonary systems. While musculoskeletal TB represents a small portion of cases (1%–3%), it remains particularly problematic in developing regions like Asia and Africa. Tuberculous spondylitis, affecting the vertebral column, comprises about half of all musculoskeletal TB cases. Although large joint involvement and para-articular regions are common, isolated soft tissue TB is rare. The introduction of advanced imaging techniques, with magnetic resonance imaging as the preferred method, has revolutionized the diagnosis of musculoskeletal TB. Early detection of bone and joint TB is vital for optimizing treatment outcomes and reducing the risk of complications, including deformities. This review article consolidates clinical and radiological insights into extraspinal osteoarticular TB, stressing the importance of heightened awareness among radiologists and clinicians. It underscores the role of advanced imaging in ensuring accurate diagnoses, particularly in regions with high TB prevalence, and in initiating timely and effective patient management to prevent complications.https://doi.org/10.4103/mgmj.mgmj_142_24computed tomographymagnetic resonance imagingmusculoskeletaltuberculosisultrasound |
| spellingShingle | Anuj Garg Anil Kumar Singh Rahul Sidheshwar Ranjan Ashok Yadav Ramesh Chandra Rajput Shashikant Kumar Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions MGM Journal of Medical Sciences computed tomography magnetic resonance imaging musculoskeletal tuberculosis ultrasound |
| title | Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions |
| title_full | Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions |
| title_fullStr | Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions |
| title_full_unstemmed | Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions |
| title_short | Reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions |
| title_sort | reviewing imaging discoveries in tuberculosis affecting extraspinal osteoarticular regions |
| topic | computed tomography magnetic resonance imaging musculoskeletal tuberculosis ultrasound |
| url | https://doi.org/10.4103/mgmj.mgmj_142_24 |
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