ArticleCureus2025
Tuberculous Osteomyelitis in the Hand.
Article in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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Abstract
Tuberculous osteomyelitis is recognized as a rare form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis, particularly when involving the small bones of the hand in adults. Early diagnosis is challenging due to its uncommon presentation and nonspecific symptoms. These factors often contribute to the delayed identification and management of the condition. We report a 22-year-old male construction worker from Mexico who presented with swelling and pain localized to his right hand. One week prior to presentation, he experienced minor blunt trauma to the fifth metacarpal region when a piece of wood struck his hand, with no skin breach. He denied any systemic symptoms such as fever or weight loss. Additionally, there was no history of incarceration, overcrowded living conditions, or known tuberculosis exposure. Imaging studies revealed extensive pathology in the chest and hand. Bone and soft tissue samples from the hand tested positive for acid-fast bacteria (AFB) and
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