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Tuberculous esophagocutaneous fistula
1Department of Gastroenterology Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Tuberculosis can cause esophagocutaneous fistula, a rare condition. This report details an unusual case in an 85-year-old man, highlighting this rare complication of tuberculosis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pulmonology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Esophagocutaneous fistula is a rare complication.
- Tuberculosis is an uncommon cause of this fistula.
Observation:
- An 85-year-old, human immunodeficiency virus-negative male presented with an unusual complication.
- This case highlights a rare presentation of tuberculosis.
Findings:
- Esophagocutaneous fistula due to tuberculosis is exceptionally rare, with limited documented cases.
- This report adds a new case to the literature, emphasizing its rarity.
Implications:
- This case contributes to understanding rare manifestations of tuberculosis.
- Further research may explore the mechanisms and management of such rare fistulas.