Skip lesions in intestinal tuberculosis

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2003 Apr;13(4):233-4.

Abstract

A case of a young lady is presented having acute intestinal obstruction due to multiple, discrete strictures throughout the small intestine. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of tuberculosis. Anti-tuberculosis therapy was started which resulted in complete remission. Discrete skip strictures in small intestines are typically seen in Crohn's disease, and are unusual for tuberculosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Antitubercular Agents / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Obstruction / etiology*
  • Intestinal Obstruction / surgery
  • Tuberculosis, Gastrointestinal / complications*
  • Tuberculosis, Gastrointestinal / diagnosis
  • Tuberculosis, Gastrointestinal / therapy

Substances

  • Antitubercular Agents