Tuberculous pericarditis

Tuberculous Pericarditis

Tuberculous pericarditis (pronunciation: too-ber-kyoo-lus per-i-kar-die-tis) is a form of pericarditis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, a bacterium that also causes tuberculosis.

Etymology

The term "tuberculous pericarditis" is derived from the words "tuberculous", which refers to the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and "pericarditis", which is an inflammation of the pericardium, the sac-like covering around the heart.

Definition

Tuberculous pericarditis is a rare form of pericarditis, which is the inflammation of the pericardium. It is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is also responsible for the lung disease tuberculosis.

Symptoms

The symptoms of tuberculous pericarditis can vary, but often include chest pain, fever, and shortness of breath. Other symptoms may include fatigue, night sweats, and weight loss.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of tuberculous pericarditis can be challenging due to its nonspecific symptoms. It often involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and various diagnostic tests such as echocardiogram, chest X-ray, and biopsy of the pericardium.

Treatment

Treatment for tuberculous pericarditis typically involves a combination of antituberculous therapy and, in some cases, surgical intervention to relieve the pressure on the heart caused by the inflamed pericardium.

Related Terms

• Pericardium
• Pericarditis
• Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Tuberculosis
• Antituberculous therapy

See Also

• Pericardial effusion
• Constrictive pericarditis

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Tuberculous pericarditis
• Wikipedia's article - Tuberculous pericarditis

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