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Peritoneal tuberculosis due to Mycobacterium caprae
T Nebreda1, E Álvarez-Prida2, B Blanco3
1Servicio de Microbiología, Complejo Asistencial Universitario de León, León, Spain.
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|May 3, 2016
Summary
Mycobacterium caprae causes rare human tuberculosis, mostly in Europe. This case highlights a Moroccan patient diagnosed with peritoneal tuberculosis due to this pathogen.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
- Clinical Case Reports
Background:
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant global health concern.
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTBC) accounts for TB infections.
- Mycobacterium caprae (M. caprae) is a rare member of the MTBC, predominantly found in Europe.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of peritoneal tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium caprae.
- To contribute to the understanding of M. caprae epidemiology and clinical presentation outside of Europe.
Main Methods:
- Clinical case presentation and diagnostic workup.
- Review of patient's medical history, symptoms, and diagnostic findings.
Main Results:
- A previously healthy 41-year-old Moroccan male presented with a 6-month history of abdominal pain, weight loss, fatigue, and diarrhea.
- Diagnosis of peritoneal tuberculosis was confirmed.
- The causative agent was identified as Mycobacterium caprae.
Conclusions:
- This case expands the known geographical distribution of M. caprae-induced tuberculosis.
- Peritoneal tuberculosis due to M. caprae can occur in individuals outside of Europe.
- Highlights the importance of considering rare MTBC members in the differential diagnosis of abdominal TB.
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