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Tuberculosis, a global emergency, can present unusually. This case highlights a rare suprasternal notch abscess in a child, successfully treated with antituberculous therapy.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant global health challenge, necessitating awareness of its diverse clinical manifestations.
  • Uncommon presentations of TB can delay diagnosis and treatment, impacting patient outcomes.
  • Cervical lymphadenitis is a frequent cause of neck masses in children.

Observation:

  • A rare case of an anterior midline swelling in a child is presented.
  • The swelling was identified as a tuberculous suprasternal notch abscess, a rare complication secondary to lymphadenitis.
  • Radiological imaging showed necrotic tissue at the suprasternal notch base.

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  • Needle aspiration and cytology confirmed tuberculous lymphadenitis as the cause of the neck swelling.

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  • The treatment resulted in complete healing of the associated ulcer and resolution of the abscess.

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    • This case underscores the importance of considering tuberculosis in the differential diagnosis of midline neck swellings in children.
    • Early diagnosis and appropriate antituberculous treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes in rare TB presentations.
    • Raising awareness of such rare sites can improve the early identification and management of pediatric tuberculosis.