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Tuberculosis‐Associated Paradoxical Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome in an HIV ‐Negative Patient Presenting With a Recurrent Pleural Effusion Managed With Prednisolone: A Case Report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Non-HIV-infected people with pulmonary tuberculosis can develop paradoxical worsening of lung conditions, including massive pleural effusion, which at times requires multiple drainage. This paradoxical immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome can successfully be treated with a short course of steroids, resulting in symptom, quality of life, and imaging improvements.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71843

Authors: Selam Bogale Gissa, Alemayehu Girma Gemechu, Selamawit Tilahun

Institutions: Addis Ababa University, St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820