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Tuberculous peritonitis in Nigerian Igbos

W I Onuigbo

    Tubercle
    |June 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    Tuberculous peritonitis was diagnosed in 30 Nigerian Igbo patients, predominantly affecting women aged 20-39. Key symptoms included abdominal pain, swelling, and ascites, with a higher mean age observed compared to other tuberculosis forms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Immunology

    Background:

    • Tuberculous peritonitis is a significant extrapulmonary manifestation of tuberculosis.
    • Diagnosis can be challenging due to varied clinical presentations.
    • Epidemiological data from specific ethnic groups are crucial for understanding disease patterns.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the clinical and demographic characteristics of tuberculous peritonitis in Nigerian Igbo patients.
    • To compare age distribution with other forms of tuberculosis within the same ethnic group.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 30 patient biopsies confirmed tuberculous peritonitis.
    • Clinical data including age, sex, and presenting symptoms were collected.
    • Comparison of mean age with patients diagnosed with tuberculous peripheral lymphadenitis.

    Main Results:

    • Maximum incidence observed in the 20-39 year age group.
    • Female to male ratio was 2:1.
    • Commonest clinical findings were abdominal pain, swelling, and ascites.
    • Mean age of patients with tuberculous peritonitis was higher than those with tuberculous peripheral lymphadenitis.

    Conclusions:

    • Tuberculous peritonitis in this cohort predominantly affects young to middle-aged women.
    • Clinical presentation often involves abdominal discomfort and fluid accumulation.
    • The observed age difference suggests potential variations in disease progression or host response among ethnic groups.

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