Tuberculosis versus lymphomas in the abdominal lymph nodes: evaluation with contrast-enhanced CT.

Eosinophilic disorders of the gastrointestinal tract: imaging features

“…However, the imaging features of these nodes are limited to a few case reports in which nodes with central necrosis have been described (19). Mesenteric nodes with peripheral enhancement and central necrosis are classically observed in tuberculosis, and 80% of disseminated tuberculosis and 52% of non-disseminated tuberculosis are associated with abdominal lymphadenopathy (21). Although abdominal lymphadenopathy is observed in lymphoma, these nodes are homogenous in nature and become necrotic only after treatment (20).…”

Evaluation of a tuberculous abscess on the right side of the diaphragm with contrast-enhanced computed tomography: A case report

“…Tuberculous lesions are associated with a variable spectrum of medical imaging manifestations, and they may mimic other diseases (6)(7)(8)(9). It is important to familiarize with the CT manifestations of tuberculous lesions to ensure accurate CT diagnosis.…”

“…Abdominal TB commonly spreads or disseminates by the following routes: i) Intestinal TB spreading to the lymph nodes; ii) hematogenous dissemination; and iii) direct extension of adjacent tuberculous lesions (8). Only a small proportion of patients with abdominal TB also suffer from pulmonary TB (7).…”

Localized Hepatic Tuberculosis with Imaging Changes Caused by the Progression of Tuberculosis

“…Although the incidence of tuberculosis (TB) has decreased in the past decades, the recent increase in the incidence of TB is associated with the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic, increases in intravenous drug abuse and a rise in the number of immunocompromised patients (1,2). TB infection can affect any organ.…”