Respiratory Medic

lmo s w techniques have strengthened the association between mycobacteria and sarcoidosis.1 matory sence lly agr Herein we demonstrate the need of diagnostic testing when reactivation of tuberculosis is suspected. Furthermore the role ofM. tuberculosis in the aetiology of sarcoidosis will be discussed. protein 200 mg/L. Alanine-aminotransferase, aspartate-amino-transferase, alkalic phosphatase and gamma-glutamyl-transferase were all raised tenfold the upper limit. Serum electrolyte levels and renal function indices were normal. Arterial gas analysis indicated pH 7.42, pO2 32 mmHg, pCO2 74 mmHg and bicarbonate 20.4 mmol/L. Chest X-ray on admission disclosed bilateral consolidations (Fig. 1). Under suspicion of an atypical pulmonary infection * Corresponding author. Contents lists available a