Early detection of pleuro-pulmonary tuberculosis by bedside lung ultrasound: A case report and review of literature

Clin Case Rep. 2022 Jul 14;10(7):e05739. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.5739. eCollection 2022 Jul.

Abstract

We present a case in which lung ultrasound (LUS) was relevant to reach an early diagnosis of lung tuberculosis and to manage the patient in the right setting. Moreover, ultrasound allowed to detect and treat massive pleural effusion through an ultrasound-guided thoracentesis.

Keywords: bedside; lung ultrasound; pleural effusion; tuberculosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports