Tuberculosis of gastrointestinal tract revealed by acute abdomen due to ileocecal perforation in an HIV-infected patient: A case report
Effective recognition and diagnosis of gastrointestinal TB in HIV-positive patients are critical for successful treatment. This report highlights the necessity for heightened clinical suspicion and a collaborative approach in managing such complex cases, ultimately improving patient prognosis and care.
Authors
- Shirin Ziaie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1495-8642)
- Saman Sheikhi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1957-6865)
- Fatemeh Eghbal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-1152-8580)
- Mina Fattah Hesari
Institutions
- Jahrom University of Medical Sciences (IR)
- IS practice (BE)
- Oldham Council (GB)
- Alborz University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2024-09-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110368
- Primary Topic
- Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00