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Mesenteric tuberculosis with jejunal infiltration.

J A Nuevo1, B Loboff, J Borrego

  • 1Dept of Internal Medicine, San Carlos University Hospital, Madrid, Spain. jose_nuevo@hotmail.com

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|May 23, 2002
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A 69-year-old patient presented with significant weight loss and fatigue. Diagnosis revealed mesenteric tuberculosis, an unusual presentation in immunocompetent individuals.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Abdominal Imaging

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) typically affects the lungs but can manifest in extrapulmonary sites.
  • Mesenteric tuberculosis is a rare form of abdominal TB, often seen in immunocompromised individuals.
  • Atypical presentations of TB warrant thorough investigation, especially in non-immunosuppressed patients.

Observation:

  • A 69-year-old female experienced asthenia, anorexia, and substantial weight loss.
  • Abdominal ultrasound and computed tomography (CT) identified a mesenteric mass.
  • Surgical exploration via laparotomy was performed for diagnosis and management.

Findings:

  • Histopathological examination confirmed mesenteric tuberculosis.
  • The jejunum was involved, indicating gastrointestinal tract compromise.

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  • This case highlights an atypical onset of TB in a patient without known immunosuppression.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering TB in the differential diagnosis of unexplained weight loss and abdominal masses, even in non-immunosuppressed patients.
    • Radiological findings like mesenteric masses necessitate comprehensive etiological workup.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis of mesenteric tuberculosis is crucial for effective treatment and improved patient outcomes.