Introduction and importance: Gastric Outlet Obstruction (GOO) is a clinical syndrome due to mechanical obstruction of the gastric outlet near the antrum. The incidence of GOO is not known adequately; however, it is estimated that its incidence has declined in recent years as the incidence of peptic ulcer disease, which is the common cause of GOO, has been declining recently due to the use of proton pump inhibitor (PPI). The objective of this case report to highlight the importance of consideration of TB as a cause of GOO by affecting the duodenal wall and nearby lymph node enlargement.
Case presentation: The case was a 31-year-old man who presented to the surgical referral clinic with a complaint of non-projectile vomiting of ingested matter. The patient also had a significant amount of weight loss. Laparotomy was done and displayed multiple enlarged pyloric and duodenal lymph nodes with a thickened duodenal wall. The patient was discharged from the ward after one week of hospital stay. For diagnosing the disease and relieving obstruction, laparotomy is usually required.
Clinical discussion: Generally, gastric outlet obstruction is a common and early complication associated with duodenal ulcers. However, cases of gastric outlet obstruction caused by other factors are rare.
Conclusion: In a patient presented with symptoms and signs suggestive of GOO with symptom complex of TB (tuberculosis). Early identification and appropriate management can lead to improved outcomes for patients with this rare form of tuberculosis.
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