ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2026
Scrofula: an uncommon tuberculosis manifestation reappearing in Italy.
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Abstract
Cervical tuberculous lymphadenitis (scrofula) is the most frequent form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis and may mimic malignant or other infectious conditions, especially in elderly patients or those with a prior oncological history. We report the case of an 88-year-old male with a history of treated lymphoma and chronic anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation, who presented with a rapidly enlarging cervical mass initially suggestive of malignancy. Cervical ultrasound revealed lymphadenopathies with no thyroid involvement. Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) excluded carcinoma and demonstrated caseous-purulent material. Microbiological and cytological analyses confirmed tuberculous lymphadenitis. Antitubercular therapy was initiated with progressive clinical improvement and no recurrence during follow-up. This case underscores the diagnostic challenges of scrofula, particularly in high-risk populations. FNAC is a valuable diagnostic tool, although repeat procedures or excisional biopsy may be required. Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for tuberculosis in cases of atypical cervical lymphadenopathy to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
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