Abstract:Introduction: Tuberculosis remains a global public health concern. Abdominal tuberculosis is an atypical presentation and since it is extrapulmonary it may delay the diagnosis and treatment of this condition. The case report describes a typical presentation of abdominal tuberculosis and highlights the difficulties which are encountered in the diagnosis of abdominal tuberculosis.
Presentation of case: A 56 year old gentleman admitted to hospital with a 1 week history of generalised abdominal pain associat… Show more
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