Tuberculosis of Cervix

Genital tuberculosis with variable presentation: a series of three cases

“…Genital TB most frequently affects fallopian tubes (95–100%), endometrium (50–60%) and ovaries (20–30%) 1 2. TB of cervix include 5–24% of genital tract TB and 0.1–0.65% of all TB cases 3.…”

Tuberculous cervicitis: A brief report with cytohistological correlation and differential diagnosis

“…10 It has also been suggested that saliva and/or sputum, used as a sexual lubricant, might be a possible route of transmission. 11 Although TBC is rare, its recognition and prompt diagnosis are very important because it can be mistaken for cervical neoplasias when it presents papillary or vegetative growth with or without ulceration. [12][13][14][15][16] Thus, a high index of suspicion is required to detect this disease.…”

Difficulties in diagnosing tuberculosis of the cervix in a post menopausal woman: Case report and literature review

“…5 In rare cases TB has been thought to be introduced by a sexual partner with tuberculosis epididymitis. 6 In certain rare cases it is thought that infected sputum used as a sexual lubricant may also be a route for transmission. 2 Our patient had no respiratory symptoms on presentation and did not have any previous respiratory history of note.…”

“…Isolation of mycobacterium is considered the gold standard for diagnosis, although, a third of cases are culture negative. 6 More recently, certain authors have suggested that Papanicalou smear test can aid in diagnosis. 5 The presence of epithelioid and multinucleated histiocytic cells are an abnormal feature and should prompt further investigation.…”