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Peripancreatic tuberculosis (PTB) is a rare condition mimicking pancreatic cancer. Early diagnosis using nucleic acid amplification tests aids effective antitubercular therapy and patient recovery.

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  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Peripancreatic tuberculosis (PTB) is an uncommon form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis.
  • Clinical and radiological features of PTB often overlap with pancreatic malignancy, complicating diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A male patient presented with prolonged fever, weight loss, and obstructive jaundice.
  • Imaging revealed a pancreatic mass, but its etiology (tuberculosis vs. malignancy) remained unclear.

Findings:

  • Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration cytology was performed.
  • Nucleic acid amplification testing of the aspirate confirmed *Mycobacterium tuberculosis* infection, sensitive to rifampicin.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering PTB in the differential diagnosis of pancreatic masses.
  • Timely diagnosis via molecular testing can prevent unnecessary surgery and guide appropriate antitubercular treatment.
  • Prompt treatment with antitubercular therapy led to complete resolution of symptoms.