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  • Oncology

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  • Female genital tuberculosis (TB) is a rare condition that can present with symptoms mimicking ovarian cancer.
  • Diagnostic challenges arise due to the varied presentation of genital TB.

Observation:

  • A 23-year-old woman with primary infertility and abdominal pain showed elevated CA-125, suggesting ovarian cancer risk.
  • Imaging revealed findings suggestive of ovarian or fallopian tube malignancy.

Findings:

  • Diagnostic laparoscopy identified adhesions and dilated fallopian tubes, with histology confirming granulomatous salpingitis suspicious for genital TB.
  • Antituberculous therapy resulted in successful treatment.

Implications:

  • Genital tuberculosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of suspected ovarian or fallopian tube cancer, especially in endemic regions.
  • Distinguishing genital TB from epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) is vital to prevent overtreatment and guide appropriate therapy.