Disseminated Tuberculosis Complicated With Pneumatoceles in 2 Infants

Pneumatoceles are rare complications of pulmonary tuberculosis in children. We present 2 cases in infants of disseminated tuberculosis complicated by pneumatoceles with different evolution. This complication should be considered if worsening of respiratory symptoms occurs after initiating anti-tuberculous treatment. Treatment of pneumatoceles is usually conservative and surgical treatment should be used in patients with giant cysts which cause respiratory distress.

Automated summary

Pneumatoceles, rare complications of pulmonary tuberculosis in children, can be managed conservatively but may require surgical intervention in severe cases.