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Area of Science:

Pulmonology
Infectious Diseases
Medical Case Reports

Background:

Tuberculosis (TB) can affect the tracheobronchial tree, known as endobronchial TB.
Endotracheal tuberculosis (ETTB) specifically involves granulomatous infection of the trachea.
ETTB is an uncommon manifestation of TB, posing diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

A case of ETTB in a 33-year-old female agriculture engineer is presented.
The patient experienced significant airway obstruction due to the endotracheal involvement.
Diagnosis was achieved promptly through fiberoptic bronchoscopy and microbiological studies.

Findings:

The patient's ETTB was successfully treated with a long course of antituberculous medication.
No complications or need for endotracheal intervention was required.
The treatment highlights the efficacy of standard anti-TB therapy.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of recognizing macroscopic signs of ETTB for timely initiation of anti-TB therapy.
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial, especially in cases presenting with airway obstruction.
Awareness of ETTB's varied presentations is vital for healthcare providers in both endemic and non-endemic regions.