Acquired lung cysts in post primary tuberculosis: An uncommon radiological finding in a common disease
- Author:
Lingsze TAN
1
;
Suzet TAN
Author Information
1. Department of Radiology, Hospital Taiping, Perak
- Publication Type:Case report
- From:
The Medical Journal of Malaysia
2018;73(1):54-56
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Tuberculosis (TB) is still an endemic disease in Malaysia.Cystic lung disease in post primary tuberculosis is notcommon. It can occur before, during or after completion ofanti-TB treatment. Clinical history and review of serial chestradiograph is paramount to make the diagnosis. This casereport highlights an interesting case of a young femalepatient who developed extensive cystic lung disease duringthe course of anti-TB treatment and the importance ofrecognizing this unusual manifestation.
