Healthcare & Medical Science

Pulmonary and Extrapulmonary TB (Pott's Disease)

Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB affecting the lungs is called 'Pulmonary.' When it spreads to other organs outside the lungs, it is termed 'Extrapulmonary TB.' TB of the spine is specifically known as 'Pott's Disease.'

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Technology

  • GeneXpert Ultra, TrueNat (indigenous PCR), AI-powered digital chest X-rays, and advanced MRI for the spinal cord.

Applications

  • Accurate Diagnosis and Targeted Therapy
  • While pulmonary TB is diagnosed through sputum examination, diagnosing Pott's disease is highly complex.
  • Its primary application involves ....
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