Chest X-Ray as A Predictor of Mortality in Pulmonary TB Patients with Respiratory Distress: A Literature Review

Aidan Azka Aisyi¹, Irmi Syafa’ah^2*, Widiana Ferriastuti³, Prastuti Asta Wulaningrum²

Abstract

This article provides an in-depth review of the correlation between radiological features and mortality in pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) patients presenting with respiratory distress, highlighting the interplay between diagnostic imaging and clinical outcomes. It examines key aspects such as the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying respiratory distress in TB, predictors of adverse outcomes, and the critical role of diagnostic imaging in identifying disease severity. Radiological findings, including cavitation, infiltrates, consolidations, and pleural effusions, are explored for their prognostic implications and their role in guiding treatment strategies for high-risk patients. By synthesizing evidence from recent studies, the review underscores the importance of integrating radiological assessments with clinical, biochemical, and laboratory data to improve risk stratification and optimize management. These insights aim to enhance understanding of how severe radiological patterns influence mortality and provide actionable guidance for improving therapeutic approaches in TB patients, particularly those in critical care settings.

Keywords

pulmonary tuberculosis; respiratory distress; radiological features.

Cite This Article

Aisyi, A. A., Syafa’ah, I., Ferriastuti, W., Wulaningrum, P. A. (2024). Chest X-Ray as A Predictor of Mortality in Pulmonary TB Patients with Respiratory Distress: A Literature Review. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 5| Issue 6: Nov-Dec 2024, Pages 1518-1522, URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Volume5-Issue6-Nov-Dec-No.762-1518-1522.pdf

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