Imaging in Tuberculosis

Abstract

Tuberculosis is a leading cause of mortality in our country. Our article highlights the imaging appearances of tuberculosis in various organs with emphasis on its pulmonary involvement. The spectrum of presentation of active and latent tuberculosis infection in the lungs is discussed. The commonly practised algorithms for diagnosis and follow up of tuberculosis in routine clinical practise are summarized. Tuberculosis in cardiac, central nervous system, musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal system is also discussed briefly.