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Sequential computed tomography in tuberculous meningitis in infants and children
Computerized Radiology : Official Journal of the Computerized Tomography Society
|September 1, 1984
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Computed tomography (CT) scans reveal common findings like hydrocephalus and tuberculomas in children with advanced tuberculous meningitis. CT scans are effective for diagnosing and monitoring this serious brain infection.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Neurology
- Infectious Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Tuberculous meningitis is a severe infection affecting the central nervous system, particularly in infants.
- Cerebral manifestations of tuberculosis can be challenging to diagnose and monitor.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present clinical and serial computed tomography (CT) findings in children with advanced tuberculous meningitis.
- To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy and effectiveness of CT scans in managing tuberculous meningitis.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of clinical data and serial CT scans from 9 pediatric patients.
- Focus on imaging findings during the acute stage of tuberculous meningitis.
Main Results:
- Common CT findings included hydrocephalus, tuberculomas, and brain infarction in the acute stage.
- CT scans facilitated the detection and follow-up of cerebral tuberculosis manifestations.
Conclusions:
- CT scanning is an accurate and effective method for diagnosing and monitoring cerebral involvement in tuberculous meningitis.
- CT should be utilized in all cases of tuberculous meningitis for comprehensive patient management.
Abstract:
Clinical and serial CT findings in 9 children, mainly infants with advanced tuberculous meningitis are presented. Hydrocephalus, tuberculomas and brain infarction were common findings in the acute stage of the disease. CT scan, allowing the detection and follow-up of cerebral manifestations of tuberculosis, proved to be an accurate and effective diagnostic method, which should be used in all cases of tuberculous meningitis.