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September 16, 2025

Tuberculosis of the knee in an immunocompetent adult: A case report

Key Points

Knee tuberculosis presented with nonspecific symptoms, increasing risk of joint destruction and delayed diagnosis.
Diagnostic challenges affected timely treatment, underscoring the importance of using molecular techniques.
Extrapulmonary tuberculosis remains a serious concern, particularly in cases involving uncommon sites like the knee.
This case highlights the necessity of awareness among clinicians regarding osteoarticular tuberculosis in immunocompetent patients.

Abstract

Osteoarticular tuberculosis is a rare but serious form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that often presents with nonspecific symptoms, leading to delayed diagnosis and increased risk of joint destruction. We report a case of knee tuberculosis in an immunocompetent patient, underscoring the diagnostic challenges and emphasizing the role of molecular techniques in the early management of this uncommon form of tuberculosis.

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