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Tanishq S Sharma1, Shivang Amin2, Shilpa Sapre2
1Medicine, Shree Krishna Hospital, Anand, IND.
Cureus
|January 7, 2021
Summary
Multidrug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) during pregnancy presents significant challenges. This case highlights successful management of unilateral lung collapse in pregnancy, ensuring good maternal and fetal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Obstetrics
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is a leading global cause of death, with multidrug-resistant strains posing severe health burdens.
- Pregnancy with compromised pulmonary function complicates management, necessitating specialized care.
- Multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) can lead to significant short- and long-term health issues for patients.
Observation:
- A case of unilateral lung collapse in a pregnant patient with MDR-TB was observed.
- The patient's compromised pulmonary function due to TB presented a clinical challenge during pregnancy.
Findings:
- A multidisciplinary approach, including respiratory physicians and pre-conceptional counseling, was crucial.
- Delivery at a tertiary care center and adherence to anti-tubercular treatment were key to positive outcomes.
- The case demonstrated successful management of MDR-TB with unilateral lung collapse during pregnancy.
Implications:
- Effective management of MDR-TB in pregnancy requires a collaborative, multidisciplinary strategy.
- Early intervention and consistent treatment adherence can minimize long-term sequelae of pulmonary TB.
- This case underscores the possibility of favorable maternal and fetal outcomes even with complex pulmonary conditions during pregnancy.
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