Unusual presentation of tuberculosis to the accident and emergency department

J Accid Emerg Med. 1995 Jun;12(2):149-50. doi: 10.1136/emj.12.2.149.

Abstract

A patient with localized, reactive tendinitis secondary to tuberculosis presented to the accident and emergency (A&E) department. Tendinitis is a relatively common complaint, and it is important to consider uncommon systemic causes, including tuberculosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Achilles Tendon
  • Adult
  • Emergency Service, Hospital
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Tendinopathy / diagnosis
  • Tendinopathy / etiology*
  • Tendinopathy / therapy
  • Tuberculosis* / diagnosis