Fernández RJM, Rocha RJL, Villanueva SE, Sierra ME, Rojas IM

Language: Spanish
References: 14
Page: 40-42
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ABSTRACT

Objective: To report for the first time in Mexico a case of anorectal tuberculosis as well as the revision of world-wide literature. Background: In recent years the tuberculosis has had a significant increase, caused mainly by the epidemic of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. The anorectal tuberculosis is a very rare presentation, their diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion since it can be confused with an infectious disease. Case report: Female of 50 years old, with atipic annal ulcers, treated at the beining like perianal Crohn disease, the treatment with mesalazina and prednisona do not improve the disease. Thorax x-ray was made. The biopsies reported tuberculosis, initiating treatment with triple antifimic scheme, with good results at one month of medical treatment. Coment: The biopsy is the main diagnostic method specific, the medical triple or quadruple treatment is the main management and surgical treatment is reserved for anal abscess and fistula.

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