Central nervous system tuberculosis.
Central nervous system (CNS) tuberculosis is frequently encountered in tropical countries. Imaging plays an important role in its recognition and in its differentiation from other similar conditions. Specific magnetic resonance techniques, such as magnetization transfer imaging, proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy, diffusion, and perfusion imaging are useful in its characterization and management. This article reviews the various forms of CNS tuberculosis, including its complications and imaging features.
Department of Radiodiagnosis, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. rakeshree1@gmail.com
Rakesh K
RK
Gupta
Sunil
S
Kumar
D001921:Brain / Q000473:pathology; D038524:Diffusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D009682:Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy; D016862:Tuberculoma, Intracranial / Q000175:diagnosis; D020306:Tuberculosis, Central Nervous System / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology