TB Research

Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis Manifests as Middle Ear Tuberculosis: A Rare Case Report from Secondary Health Care Center at Sub-Himalayan Region

Shivbrat Sharma, Shachita, Parul Bhardwaj

International Journal of Science and Healthcare Research · 2022-01

Abstract

Tuberculosis of ear is a rare entity. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can prevent many serious complications. Here we report a case of 45 year old female with middle ear tuberculosis which was cured with mastoid exploration followed by anti tubercular treatment. Keywords: Tuberculosis, TB, Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis, Middle Ear Tuberculosis, Sub-Himalayan Region

MeSH terms

  • Tuberculosis
  • Medicine
  • Middle ear
  • Extrapulmonary tuberculosis
  • Dermatology
  • Surgery
  • Pediatrics