<microbiology> Usually a chronic tuberculosis infection where spread of the original primary infection has occurred via the patients lymphatic system (or bloodstream). ... Disseminated disease occurs primarily in the immunocompromised individual (for example AIDS, cancer patient). The elderly are at increased risk for dissemination. ... In di...
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tuberculosis that has spread to other organs from a primary focus (usually pulmonary tuberculosis) through the bloodstream or lymphatic system; its incidence is increased among immunocompromised patients. miliary tuberculosis.
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Type: Term Synonyms: miliary tuberculosis
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