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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Orofacial tuberculosis--a 16-year experience with 46 cases.

Neelam N Andrade1, Tejas S Mhatre

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Nair Hospital and Dental College, Mumbai, India. drnnandrade@yahoo.co.in

Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery : Official Journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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Orofacial tuberculosis diagnosis and management were evaluated in 46 patients. A 10-point protocol proved successful for treating these complex tubercular lesions, emphasizing histologic confirmation.

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Published on: September 5, 2017

Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Orofacial tuberculosis is a significant clinical challenge, particularly in tuberculosis-prevalent regions.
  • Accurate diagnosis and effective management protocols are crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate clinical manifestations of orofacial tuberculosis.
  • To emphasize the importance of histologic diagnosis in orofacial tuberculosis.
  • To present Andrade's classification and a novel 10-point management protocol.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective evaluation of 46 patients diagnosed with orofacial tuberculosis over 16 years (1996-2011).
  • Application of a standardized 10-point protocol for patient management.
  • Diagnosis confirmed via histopathology and other specified investigations.

Main Results:

  • Forty-six cases of orofacial tuberculosis were confirmed.
  • No significant gender predilection observed (male:female ratio 0.917).
  • Most cases occurred in the second and third decades of life, with a high incidence of mandibular angle lesions (n=22).

Conclusions:

  • Awareness of orofacial tubercular lesions is vital in endemic areas like India.
  • Andrade's classification aids in categorizing diverse orofacial tuberculosis presentations.
  • The 10-point protocol demonstrated success in managing orofacial tuberculosis cases.