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Tuberculosis can present atypically with recurrent effusions, even in older adults. Early diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis are crucial for managing complex cases and improving patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) can manifest with diverse and sometimes subtle clinical presentations.
  • Recurrent serosal effusions pose a diagnostic challenge, often mimicking other conditions like malignancy or autoimmune diseases.

Observation:

  • A 77-year-old former smoker presented with fatigue and abdominal distention, accompanied by ascitic, pleural, and pericardial effusions.
  • Initial investigations, including cytology, cultures, and QuantiFERON TB-Gold, were negative, leading to a suspicion of neoplastic disease.
  • A history of childhood TB exposure prompted further investigation, revealing Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex via PCR on pericardial tissue.

Findings:

  • Histologic examination of the pericardium showed chronic inflammation without granulomas, but Ziehl-Neelsen staining identified acid-fast bacilli (AFB).
  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) confirmed Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex in the pericardial tissue.
  • The patient responded well to anti-tuberculosis therapy, with resolution of effusions.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering tuberculosis in patients with unexplained recurrent effusions, even with negative initial diagnostic tests.
  • A Bayesian approach to clinical decision-making, incorporating pre-test probability and test performance, is essential.
  • Further research into genetic susceptibility to tuberculosis is warranted to understand individual risk factors.