TB Research

Spina Ventosa; Isolated tuberculous osteomyelitis of the little finger: A forgotten differential diagnosis

Wael Goravey, Gawahir A. Ali

IDCases · 2021-01

Abstract

Isolated tuberculous dactylitis is a rare form of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis that frequently eludes assessment and constitutes diagnostic challenges. This case reminds physicians of keeping tuberculosis (TB) as a differential when dealing with chronic finger ulcers to avoid devastating consequences.

MeSH terms

  • Medicine
  • Differential diagnosis
  • Tuberculosis
  • Osteomyelitis
  • Dactylitis
  • Dermatology
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Surgery
  • Pediatrics