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Endobronchial tuberculosis in an adult
Journal of the National Medical Association
|March 1, 1987
Summary
Endobronchial tuberculosis, typically seen in children, occurred in an adult with chronic cough and normal chest X-ray. Bronchoscopy revealed lesions that resolved completely after six months of tuberculosis therapy.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Infectious Diseases
- Tuberculosis Research
Background:
- Endobronchial tuberculosis (EBTB) is historically considered a pediatric condition.
- Diagnosis in adults is rare, often presenting with non-specific symptoms.
Observation:
- A case of adult endobronchial tuberculosis is presented.
- The patient exhibited chronic cough, a normal chest radiograph, and tuberculin conversion.
- Lesions were visualized via bronchoscopy.
Findings:
- Bronchoscopy confirmed endobronchial tuberculosis in the adult patient.
- Antituberculous therapy led to complete resolution of the observed lesions.
- Follow-up bronchoscopy after six months demonstrated successful treatment.
Implications:
- This case challenges the perception of endobronchial tuberculosis as exclusively a childhood illness.
- Highlights the importance of considering EBTB in adults with persistent respiratory symptoms and negative initial imaging.
- Emphasizes the efficacy of standard antituberculous therapy for adult EBTB.