A unique case of tubercular meningitis, developing shunt complication is being reported. We present a pediatric patient with tubercular ulcer formation at abdominal shunt insertion site, marking a grotesque form of tuberculosis. The final outcome of the child was satisfactory after complete course of chemotherapy.

doi : 10.5214/ans.0972.7531.2009.160211

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Received Date: 07 April 2009     Revised Date: 29 April 2009     Accepted Date: 09 May 2009