ABSTRACT
Tuberculosis, known as “the great mimicker”, can affect virtually any organ and present with remarkably variable clinical and radiological manifestations, causing significant morbidity and mortality in children. This review addresses current approaches to pediatric tuberculosis, with a focus on fundamental patterns of involvement and key imaging characteristics.
Keywords:
Tuberculosis, lymphadenitis, ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging
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