Respiratory function impairment in pulmonary tuberculosis

Rays. 1998 Jan-Mar;23(1):87-92.
[Article in English, Italian]

Abstract

Main alterations of respiratory function in pulmonary tuberculosis are analyzed. Due to the wide range of clinical manifestations, all possible patterns of dysfunctions are described with particular reference to the impact on gas exchange. Possible sequelae of pulmonary tuberculosis are also reported.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Pulmonary Gas Exchange
  • Tuberculosis, Miliary / physiopathology
  • Tuberculosis, Pleural / physiopathology
  • Tuberculosis, Pulmonary / complications
  • Tuberculosis, Pulmonary / physiopathology*