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Rev Biomed 2025; 36 (1)

Diagnostic Challenges in Intestinal Tuberculosis: Case Presentation

Cuellar-Aguirre C, Hernández-Ascencio J, Amat-Traconis MA, Rodríguez-Córdoba MJ, Pavón-Pérez LB, Lecourtois-Amézquita MG

Language: Spanish
References: 16
Page: 32-36
PDF size: 130.43 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Background. Despite being preventable and curable, tuberculosis has caused a significant number of deaths throughout history. This case study emphasizes the importance of accurate and timely diagnosis, highlighting the atypical manifestations of the disease, and contributing to the knowledge and clinical management of intestinal tuberculosis.
Clinic case. A 23-year-old man, previously diagnosed with gastroenteritis and showing no signs of improvement, was admitted to the emergency department. An exploratory laparotomy was performed with a presumptive diagnosis of intestinal obstruction. In a subsequent procedure, after receiving a positive AFB report, the obstruction was relieved without the need for resection.
Discussion. Intestinal tuberculosis is a serious disease with nonspecific symptoms, making diagnosis difficult. A biopsy is necessary for an accurate diagnosis as this presentation can mimic other pathologies.


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