Mycobacterial cervical lymphadenitis: a review
Fitzpatrick, E.L.; LeJeune, F.E.
Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society Official Organ of the Louisiana State Medical Society 148(11): 451-454
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0024-6921 PMID: 8990781 Document Number: 465907
Over the last decade mycobacterial infections have been shown to be on the rise in the United States and worldwide. The diagnosis of mycobacterial cervical lymphadenitis, otherwise known as scrofula, should thus be entertained when faced with the hallmark presentation of chronic, nontender cervical lymphadenopathy. This article reviews current epidemiology, bacteriology, diagnostic techniques, and treatment options for tuberculous and nontuberculous mycobacterial cervical lymphadenitis.