Tuberculosis of the skull vault

Area of Science:

• Medical imaging
• Infectious diseases
• Neurosurgery

Background:

• Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant global health issue.
• Skull vault tuberculosis is an exceptionally rare manifestation of TB.

Observation:

• Two cases of skull vault tuberculosis were observed in Bradford, UK, over a decade.
• Both affected individuals were young individuals of Asian descent.

Findings:

• The study discusses the radiological characteristics of these rare skull TB cases.
• Radiological findings aid in the diagnosis of this uncommon condition.

Implications:

• Highlights the importance of considering TB in skull lesions, even outside endemic areas.
• Emphasizes the need for awareness among clinicians regarding rare TB presentations.
• Suggests further research into the epidemiology and diagnostic modalities for cranial TB.