Bronchocentric granulomatosis with extensive cystic lung disease in tuberculosis: An unusual presentation

Abstract

Tuberculosis is known to cause both cystic lung disease and bronchocentric granulomatosis (BCG). However, both are rare manifestations of this common disease. We report a case of BCG with extensive cystic lung disease in a young female who presented with fever, weight loss, and recurrent pneumothoraces with respiratory failure. Early diagnosis and treatment are imperative, as appropriate therapy may be life-saving in such cases.

Keywords

• Bronchocentric granulomatosis
• cystic lung disease
• tuberculosis