Coronary Artery Tuberculosis: An Unusual Case of Sudden Death

Infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) is very common worldwide, particularly in South Africa.[1,2] Progressive disease with extra-pulmonary manifestations is more common in immunosuppressed individuals, and unusual sites and presentations must be considered.[3]

Source: Legal Medicine - November 20, 2017 Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Laura Peddle, Michael Otto Source Type: research