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Tuberculous laryngitis in a Nigerian child

A W Johnson1, O A Mokuolu, O Ogan

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Kwara State, Nigeria.

Annals of Tropical Paediatrics
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Persistent hoarseness in children may indicate tuberculous laryngitis. Early diagnosis and treatment of this rare condition are crucial for recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) can affect the larynx, though it is rare in children.
  • Persistent hoarseness in pediatric patients necessitates a broad differential diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 12.5-year-old Nigerian child presented with 9 months of worsening hoarseness.
  • Clinical examination revealed cervical adenitis, while imaging showed miliary tuberculosis and hilar adenopathy.
  • Laryngoscopy demonstrated edematous, hyperemic vocal cords and interarytenoid region.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis of tuberculous laryngitis was confirmed by clinical and radiological improvement after antituberculous therapy.
  • The case highlights the diagnostic challenges of laryngeal tuberculosis in children.
  • Pathogenesis of tuberculous laryngitis is discussed, emphasizing its association with pulmonary tuberculosis.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider tuberculous laryngitis in pediatric cases of persistent hoarseness, especially in endemic areas.
  • Prompt antituberculous treatment is vital for managing laryngeal tuberculosis in children.
  • This case underscores the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic approach for unexplained pediatric hoarseness.

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