A case of tuberculous meningitis complicated by large cerebral infarcts

Abstract

There is a substantial morbidity and fatality rate associated with tuberculosis meningitis (TBM). A severe consequence of tuberculosis meningitis is cerebral infarction (CI). It can be asymptomatic or symptomatic, causing stroke. In this case, large cerebral infarcts, an uncommon complication of TBM, is presented.