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Tuberculous Bronchoesophageal Fistula in Nephrotic Syndrome: A Silent Assassin

Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, ISSN: 0973-7707, Vol: 71, Issue: Suppl 1, Page: 104-106
2019
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Tuberculosis, a global public health concern, is emerging as an important complication in children with nephrotic syndrome. We report a case of an adolescent with nephrotic syndrome who developed fatal miliary tuberculosis after initiation of steroid therapy, presenting as a bronchoesophageal fistula. The case highlights the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion prior to starting immunosuppressive therapy in pediatric patients of nephrotic syndrome.

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