Multifocal musculoskeletal tuberculosis mimicking multiple bone metastases: a case report

Conclusion: The proper diagnosis of musculoskeletal tuberculosis is clinically challenging due to Mycobacterium tuberculosis variants involved and atypical presentations, especially when the lesions are multiple. Our findings indicate that multiple tuberculous spondylitis must be considered in the differential diagnosis of multiple musculoskeletal lesions.
Source: Epidemiologic Perspectives and Innovations - Category: Epidemiology Authors: Source Type: research