Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Pulmonary Tuberculosis II01:28

Pulmonary Tuberculosis II

Tuberculosis, or TB, is a bacterial infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. While its primary impact is on the lungs, leading to pulmonary tuberculosis, it can also affect various other organs, a condition referred to as extrapulmonary tuberculosis.
Here is a detailed explanation of its pathophysiology:
Transmission: The process begins when a person inhales droplet nuclei containing M. tuberculosis. These are typically released into the air when an individual with pulmonary or...
Pulmonary Tuberculosis III01:31

Pulmonary Tuberculosis III

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infection primarily affecting the lung parenchyma but which can also affect other body parts. TB can be classified based on disease development, presentation, and the affected anatomical site.
The first classification is based on the development of the disease, and it includes the following categories:
Pulmonary Tuberculosis I01:29

Pulmonary Tuberculosis I

Tuberculosis, often called TB, is a contagious illness primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It mainly affects the lung parenchyma but can also impact other body parts.
Causative Organism
The primary infectious agent causing tuberculosis is Mycobacterium tuberculosis, a slow-growing, acid-fast, aerobic rod that exhibits sensitivity to heat and ultraviolet light. Instances of Mycobacterium bovis and Mycobacterium avium contributing to the development of TB infection are rare.
Mode of...
Tuberculosis01:23

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant global health concern, primarily targeting the lungs and spreading through airborne transmission. Infection begins when aerosolized droplet nuclei, expelled by an individual with active TB, are inhaled by another person. These microscopic particles carry Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the causative agent of TB. Upon reaching the alveoli, the bacilli are engulfed by alveolar macrophages. However, due to their specialized lipid-rich cell wall, these pathogens...
Pulmonary Tuberculosis IV01:26

Pulmonary Tuberculosis IV

Tuberculosis, more commonly referred to as TB, is an infectious disease stemming from Mycobacterium tuberculosis. While it primarily impacts the lungs, TB can also affect other body areas. Given its severity and global impact, timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial for controlling its spread and improving patient outcomes.
Several diagnostic approaches are used to detect TB. The conventional method is the Tuberculin Skin Test (TST), also known as the Mantoux test. However, this method has...
Pulmonary Tuberculosis V01:28

Pulmonary Tuberculosis V

Medical management of tuberculosis (TB) patients involves a comprehensive approach that includes diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. The specific strategies can vary depending on the type of tuberculosis (latent or active), the patient's overall health status, and other considerations.
Latent tuberculosis infection occurs when TB bacteria are present in a person's body, but are not causing illness or symptoms. It is not contagious, and preventive treatment is crucial to avoid the progression...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

3-Nitropropionic acid induces behavioral alterations in adult zebrafish: Role of antioxidants on behavioral dysfunction.

Progress in neuro-psychopharmacology & biological psychiatry·2026
Same author

Ontogeny of zebrafish behaviors: comparative evaluation of locomotor, social and anxiety parameters in larval, juvenile and adult stages.

Lab animal·2026
Same author

Endocrine-Taste Crosstalk: A Scoping Review on Thyroid Dysfunction and Its Genetic Links to Taste Receptors With Dysgeusia.

International journal of endocrinology·2026
Same author

Advancing Military Surgical Education: A Decade of Innovation, 2015-2025.

Journal of surgical education·2026
Same author

Tooth shape and sex estimation: a 3D geometric morphometric landmark-based comparative analysis of artificial neural networks, support vector machines, and Random Forest models.

3 Biotech·2025
Same author

HiDaFernPT: Historical data of spore availability for 121 fern and lycopod taxa in Portugal (1926-2013).

Ecology·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 13, 2026

Analysis of 18FDG PET/CT Imaging as a Tool for Studying Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection and Treatment in Non-human Primates
10:04

Analysis of 18FDG PET/CT Imaging as a Tool for Studying Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection and Treatment in Non-human Primates

Published on: September 5, 2017

Primary isolated gingival tuberculosis.

Gabriel Rodrigues1, Sunitha Carnelio, Maanna Valliathan

  • 1Department of Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, India. rodricksgaby@yahoo.co.in

The Brazilian Journal of Infectious Diseases : an Official Publication of the Brazilian Society of Infectious Diseases
|July 13, 2007
PubMed
Summary

Oral tuberculosis, though rare, can manifest as gingivitis. A case study highlights gingival tuberculosis diagnosis via biopsy, emphasizing its importance for this uncommon condition.

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 13, 2026

Analysis of 18FDG PET/CT Imaging as a Tool for Studying Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection and Treatment in Non-human Primates
10:04

Analysis of 18FDG PET/CT Imaging as a Tool for Studying Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection and Treatment in Non-human Primates

Published on: September 5, 2017

Area of Science:

  • Oral medicine
  • Infectious diseases
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Oral tuberculosis is an infrequent manifestation, often secondary to pulmonary disease.
  • It is frequently misdiagnosed due to its rarity and atypical presentation.

Observation:

  • A 33-year-old male presented with gingivitis-like symptoms.
  • Examination revealed gingival ulcers and nodules.

Findings:

  • Biopsy confirmed gingival tuberculosis.
  • The patient had no other signs of tuberculosis elsewhere in the body.
  • Medical treatment proved curative.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering gingival tuberculosis in differential diagnoses.
  • Mandatory biopsy for definitive diagnosis of rare oral lesions.
  • Emphasizes the need for increased clinical awareness of oral tuberculosis.