Abstract :
Abdominal tuberculosis (TB) is one of the most common forms of extra-pulmonary TB. Abdominal tuberculosis is a diagnostic challenge. This condition is regarded as a great mimicker of other abdominal pathologies. Early diagnosis and initiation of anti-tubercular therapy and surgical treatment are essential to prevent morbidity and mortality. Surgery is required in minority of cases as most of the patient respond well to the anti-tubercular treatment. Imaging plays an important role in diagnosis and treatment of these patients. Our patient was a 53-year-old female who presented with complaints of abdominal pain, vomiting, loss of appetite and loss of weight. On ultrasound whole abdomen, thickened ileo-caecal junction with cystic lesion was found. Patient was treated with 6 months of anti-tubercular treatment and she responded well to treatment.
Keyword :
Abdominal Mass; Anti Tubercular Therapy; Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis; Mantoux Test; Ultrasonography