Tuberculosis remains a global health problem, with an estimated 10.4 million cases and 1.8
million deaths resulting from the disease in 2015. The most lethal and disabling form of …

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a leading cause of death globally. Dissemination of TB to the
brain results in the most severe form of extrapulmonary TB, tuberculous meningitis (TBM) …

Although the occurrence of tuberculous meningitis (TBM) in children is relatively rare, but it
is associated with higher rates of mortality and severe morbidity. The peak incidence of TBM …

Bacterial meningitis differs globally, and the incidence and case fatality rates vary by region,
country, pathogen, and age group; being a life-threatening disease with a high case fatality …

Background Tuberculous meningitis (TBM) leads to death or disability in half the affected
individuals. Tools to assess severity and predict outcome are lacking. Neurospecific …

Abstract Purpose of Review Tuberculous meningitis is the most devastating manifestation of
infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis and represents a medical emergency …

Importance Stroke in tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is associated with significant morbidity
and mortality. Objective To determine the country-specific, regional, and overall prevalence …

Central nervous system (CNS) tuberculosis (TB) is the most severe form of extra-pulmonary
TB and disproportionately affects young children where the develo** brain has a unique …

Tuberculous meningitis is a serious, life-threatening disease affecting vulnerable
populations, including HIV-infected individuals and young children. The US National …

Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment in recent years, tuberculosis (TB) remains a
global health concern. Children are amongst the most vulnerable groups affected by this …