Endobronchial Tuberculosis- A Case Report

Endobronchial tuberculosis (EBTB) is an infection of tracheobronchial tree with mycobacterium. Incidence of EBTB is common in young females. High index of suspicion is required for the diagnosis. Computed tomography (CT) and bronchoscopy along with microbiological investigations are useful diagnostic tools for diagnostic confirmation and for evaluation of bronchial stenosis. Early endobronchial spread of disease is better delineated by high resolution computed tomography (HRCT). The main goals for the treatment of EBTB are eradication of tubercle bacilli and prevention of bronchial stenosis. Antituberculous chemotherapy is effective in controlling the infection, but does not prevent residual bronchostenosis. Timely diagnosis and treatment with ATT along with steroids prevent stenosis in EBTB.