Question

1. Tuberculosis can spread from the lungs into the musculoskeletal system. What is the most common site in the skeletal system for tuberculosis to be found?
   1. Spine
   2. Ankles
   3. Shoulders
   4. Hips

Answer 1

The most common site of TB in skeleton system is Option A Spine. It is popularly known as Pott's Spine. This name races back its origin from the description of TB of the spine by Sir Percival Pott in 1779.Thesymptoms involved back pain and stiffness.The spinal Tuberculosis accounts for almost 50% of skeletal Tuberculosis.

Option B Ankle

Ankle and foot Tuberculosis is very uncommon (<5%) 0f osteoarticular Tuberculosis.

Option C Shoulder

The incidence of Tuberculosis in Shoulder joint is rare and accounts for only 1-2.8% of cases of skeletal Tuberculosis.

Option D Hip

Hip Tuberculosis constitutes nearly 15% - 20 % of all cases of osteoarticular tuberculosis.It is the next common Tuberculosis after spine TB. This an occur in any age group but is more common in children, which is manifested by painful restricted movements.