Publications by authors named "Sampath Marasinghe"
Int J Surg Case Rep
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- Extrapulmonary tuberculosis affecting the musculoskeletal system is rare, occurring in less than 10% of cases, and is often associated with the immunosuppressive effects of rheumatological diseases like lupus.
- A case study presents a 45-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus who developed a wrist mass initially thought to be a giant cell tumor, but was later diagnosed as tuberculous tenosynovitis after surgery.
- Diagnosing tuberculous tenosynovitis is challenging due to non-specific symptoms and normal lab results, necessitating timely treatment to prevent further complications, especially in immunocompromised patients in areas where tuberculosis is common.
