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[Esophageal tuberculosis and massive hematemesis].

J Franco1, J Gisbert, M Cabañes

  • 1Servicio de Medicina Interna, Hospital Arnau de Vilanova, Valencia.

Anales De Medicina Interna (Madrid, Spain : 1984)
|April 1, 1990
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Esophageal tuberculosis is a rare condition that can mimic cancer and lead to fatal bleeding. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this severe infection.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Esophageal tuberculosis is an uncommon manifestation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
  • It can arise from contiguous spread from mediastinal lymph nodes or aspiration of infected sputum.
  • The condition often presents with nonspecific symptoms, potentially delaying diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A case of fatal esophageal tuberculosis presenting with massive hematemesis is described.
  • Esophagoscopy revealed caseation granulomas, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis was isolated from sputum.
  • Clinical and endoscopic findings mimicked esophageal neoplasia.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis of esophageal tuberculosis was confirmed through histopathology (caseation granulomas) and microbiological culture (Mycobacterium tuberculosis).

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  • The patient's death resulted from massive upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage, a known complication.
  • The origin of the esophageal involvement was likely pulmonary, with spread via sputum ingestion or lymphatic extension.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering esophageal tuberculosis in the differential diagnosis of esophageal lesions, especially in endemic areas.
    • Recognizing the potential for severe complications like hemorrhage and aorto-esophageal fistula is critical.
    • Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, potentially including surgical intervention, are vital for improving patient outcomes.