Pseudotumoral pelviperitoneal tuberculosis mimicking ovarian cancer: A case report

Tuberculosis is a rare but treatable infectious disease that continues to pose a significant health issue in regions with high prevalence. Its abdominopelvic localization can mimic advanced ovarian cancer, leading to diagnostic challenges. This report describes the case of a 33-year-old woman who wa...

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Published in:SAGE open medical case reports 2024-01, Vol.12, p.2050313X241281275
Main Authors: Mejda, Zakhama, Rihab, Limam, Raoua, Baklouti, Ahlem, Bellalah, Arwa, Guediche, Sofiene, Gaied, Imen, Jemni, Nabil, Ben Chaabene, Ahmed, Zrig, Mohamed Hichem, Loghmari, Leila, Safer
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Summary:Tuberculosis is a rare but treatable infectious disease that continues to pose a significant health issue in regions with high prevalence. Its abdominopelvic localization can mimic advanced ovarian cancer, leading to diagnostic challenges. This report describes the case of a 33-year-old woman who was admitted to the gastroenterology unit with ascites, peritoneal thickening, and an ovarian mass on imaging. The diagnosis of abdominopelvic and peritoneal tuberculosis was confirmed after laparoscopy. The patient underwent antitubercular chemotherapy and showed clinical improvement.
ISSN:2050-313X
2050-313X
DOI:10.1177/2050313X241281275