TB or not TB? Diagnostic Sensitivity, Specifity and Interobserver Agreement in the Radiological Diagnosis of Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Children.

We demonstrated significant interobserver variability and relevant differences in sensitivity and specificity in the radiological diagnosis of TB between the groups. Paediatric radiologists showed the best diagnostic performance. As the diagnosis of pulmonary TB has significant therapeutic consequences for children they should be routinely involved in the diagnostic process.