Endobronchial Tuberculosis: Diagnosis and Treatment Approach

Endobronchial tuberculosis (EBTB) is defined as (TB)infection of the tracheobronchial tract. Tracheal and bronchial involvement from TB infection was first reported by Morten in 1698. a form that difficult to diagnose because lesions are frequently undetectable sputum examination chest X-ray alone. present 10-40% active patients more than 90% cases accompanied stenosis various degrees. The main goal therapy EBTB eradicate Mycobacterium tract further prevent stenosis. Complications apart airway atelectasis, haemoptysis shortness breath wheezing even after administration anti-tuberculosis drugs (ATD).