Tuberculosis
Endemic mycoses
Tuberculosis
Author: Shauna H. Gunaratne
Section Contents
- Background
- TB Epidemiology, Risks and Disparities (4:40)
- Microbiology & Pathophysiology of TB (8:08)
- Latent versus Active TB and Clinical Presentation of Active TB (14:00)
- TB Diagnostics (12:48)
- Drugs you want to know in TB (9:50)
- Treatment of Latent and Active TB (15:08)
- TB Treatment in Special Populations (5:08)
- Drug-Resistant TB (Definitions and Treatment) (4:32)
Background
Welcome to the world of Tuberculosis (TB)!
This is arguably one of the highest-yield topics in the entire curriculum. TB has shaped human history, challenged public health systems, and continues to be a major clinical concern worldwide. In fact, there is so much to learn about TB that could easily take over the whole curriculum. However, in this video series, we’ve isolated the most clinically relevant and exam-worthy concepts for you.
TB Epidemiology, Risks and Disparities (4:40)
Microbiology & Pathophysiology of TB (8:08)
Latent versus Active TB and Clinical Presentation of Active TB (14:00)
TB Diagnostics (12:48)
Drugs you want to know in TB (9:50)
Treatment of Latent and Active TB (15:08)
TB Treatment in Special Populations (5:08)
Drug-Resistant TB (Definitions and Treatment) (4:32)
This lesson was last updated May 28th, 2026