TB Research

Landouzy Sepsis (Atypical ARDS like Features) and Paradoxical Reaction of Tubercular Meningitis Complications, in a Case of Disseminated Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis

Vijayan Peettakkandy, Subrat Kumar Soren, Vineeth K.K., Shanavas Cholakkal

International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research [IJCMR] · 2020-04

Abstract

Introduction: Disseminated tuberculosis is a form of widespread bacilli infection with typical involvement of the lungs and other extra pulmonary organs. It is a rare manifestation of mycobacterial infection and rare among immune competent individuals.

MeSH terms

  • ARDS
  • Extrapulmonary tuberculosis
  • Tuberculosis
  • Paradoxical reaction
  • Medicine
  • Sepsis
  • Meningitis
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Immunology
  • Lung