title: Tuberculosis of the craniocervical junction.
abstract: Tuberculosis of the craniocervical junction is rare even where the condition is endemic. It poses problems in both diagnosis and management. We describe 25 cases followed over a period of 12 years, and relate the presentation, diagnosis and management. Of our 25 patients 16 were managed conservatively and nine by surgery. In order to diagnose this condition a high index of suspicion and advanced imaging techniques are necessary. Early diagnosis and adequate treatment led to good results without fatal complications.
authors: P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mumbai, India.
authors: S Y
authors: SY
authors: Bhojraj
authors: N
authors: N
authors: Shetty
authors: P J
authors: PJ
authors: Shah
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000995:Antitubercular Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage; D002574:Cervical Vertebrae; D004322:Drainage; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D014394:Tuberculosis, Osteoarticular / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D000995:Antitubercular Agents