Abstract:
Introduction. Urogenital tuberculosis, a type of non-pulmonary tuberculosis, is a significant health issue as it affects
the urinary and reproductive systems. Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the major causative agent, usually transmitted
through the bloodstream following a prior infection in the
lungs. Objective of the study. To analyze the clinical manifestation, diagnostic methods, and treatment outcomes of
urogenital tuberculosis. Material and methods. To find the
pertinent studies on urogenital tuberculosis, a literature
study was done. Articles from online databases (PubMed,
Google Scholar) that were published between 2019 and
2024 were included in the search. Results. The findings
revealed that the main symptoms were dysuria, hematuria,
and flank pain. The urinalysis showed the presence of sterile pyuria, whereas imaging studies often detected cavitary
lesions in the kidneys. The diagnosis was verified by methods like urine culture, polymerase chain reaction and histological investigation. The treatment included the administration of mixture of antitubercular drugs for a period of six
to twelve months, and in certain situations, surgical intervention was necessary. Most patients responded favorably
to the medical therapy excluding some exhibited drug resistance necessitating alternative treatment Conclusions.
Timely identification and proper management of urogenital tuberculosis are essential for favorable prognosis and
averting complications.
