Extra-pulmonary TB presentation for TB workers with a grade 12 education that is 40 minutes in duration. The presentation should cover the different types of extra-pulmonary TB, how extra-pulmonary TB is diagnosed and treated. The presentation should highlight how extra-pulmonary TB is difficult to confirm with bacteriology, can be mistaken for other conditions, and is commonly associated with pulmonary TB
Extra-pulmonary TB presentation for TB workers with a grade 12 education that is 40 minutes in duration. The presentation should cover the different types of extra-pulmonary TB, how extra-pulmonary TB is diagnosed and treated. The presentation should highlight how extra-pulmonary TB is difficult to confirm with bacteriology, can be mistaken for other conditions, and is commonly associated with pulmonary TB
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This practical update for TB workers focuses on recognizing and diagnosing extra-pulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB). It covers the definition of EPTB, common forms, and why it can be easily overlooked. The session emphasizes a whole-person assessment, smarter diagnostic techniques, and proper specimen handling. Key areas include lymph nodes, abdominal TB, and urgent cases like CNS TB. Treatment principles are outlined, with a focus on site-specific care. A practice algorithm guides participants...