Cortical Venous Thrombosis Complicating Tubercular Meningitis

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Infectious Diseases
• Vascular Medicine

Background:

• Cortical venous thrombosis (CVT) is typically linked to hypercoagulable states.
• Infection-related CVT is exceptionally rare and carries a high mortality risk.
• CVT associated with tubercular meningitis (TBM) is particularly uncommon, with limited case reports.

Observation:

• This report details a case of a young female patient diagnosed with TBM.
• The patient subsequently developed CVT as a complication during her TBM treatment.
• This presentation underscores the potential neurological complications of TBM.

Findings:

• CVT is a rare but significant complication of TBM.
• The occurrence of CVT in the context of TBM signifies a medical emergency.
• This case adds to the scarce existing literature on CVT secondary to TBM.

Implications:

• Early recognition and management of CVT in TBM patients are crucial for improving outcomes.
• Further research is warranted to understand the pathophysiology and optimize treatment strategies for TBM-related CVT.
• This case emphasizes the need to consider CVT in TBM patients presenting with neurological deterioration.