Complex Case of Tuberculosis Lymphadenitis with Concurrent Takayasu Arteritis in a 14-Year-Old Girl from Ethiopia

Abstract

Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a large vessel arteritis that predominantly affects the aorta and its major branches. Its association with tuberculosis (TB) has been described in the literature. This association poses a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge, especially in TB-endemic areas. We report a case of a young Ethiopian female patient who was diagnosed with TA associated with TB. We discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of this association.

Keywords:

• takayasu arteritis
• tuberculosis
• tuberculosis lymphadenitis

Data Sharing Statement

The laboratory investigations, patient physical findings, and imaging results used to support the findings of this study are included in the article.

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Written informed consent was obtained from the patient’s parent for publication of this case report and any accompanying diagnostic images.

Disclosure

The authors report no conflicts of interest in this work.