This is the largest series reported from India to the best of our knowledge. Squash smear technique is a very reliable and rapid method of intraoperative diagnosis. Knowledge of clinical and neuroimaging details helps the experienced neuropathologist to improve the diagnostic accuracy.

To study the burden of comorbidities associated with Tuberculosis patients presented to a tertiary care setting. 2) To assess the outcome of Tuberculosis treatment with anti tubercular drugs in patients with comorbidities.