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The primary aim of this study was to identify the modifiable risk factors for acquiring ventilator associated events (VAE). Secondary aims were to investigate the intensive care unit (ICU) course and impact of VAE on patient outcome.

TB of breast is a rare disease and often mimics breast cancer. Increasing prevalence of TB worldwide has lead to an uncommon manifestation of a common disease. TB of breast usually presents as unilateral, ill-defined, solitary hard lump in the affected breast. It can present as a diagnostic dilemma during microbiological and radiological investigations, and therefore, a high index of suspicion may be necessary to reach a precise diagnosis. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a highly sensitive technique that is helpful in early diagnosis of the disease. The disease responds well to anti-tubercular therapy and rarely needs surgery. We present a 28-year-old multiparous, lactating woman with primary tuberculosis of left breast confirmed on histopathology. In conclusion TB should be kept in mind as a differential diagnosis while dealing with cases of breast lump, specially in areas where TB is endemic.