Type:
Educational Exhibit
Keywords:
Gastrointestinal tract
Authors:
A. L. Williams1, H. Stockley2, R. Filobbos3; 1Wirral/UK, 2Preston/UK, 3Manchester/UK
DOI:
10.1594/ecr2010/C-1658
Conclusion
Abdominal tuberculosis is difficult to diagnose due to its varied presentation, and both the symptoms and imaging features can mimic several other important conditions.
Although there are no pathognomonic imaging findings, several characteristic imaging features can be seen.
A high index of suspicion and a recognition of the common imaging findings can lead to an early diagnosis and reduction in the long-term morbidity and mortality.
We have presented the pathophysiology of abdominal TB and common imaging appearances. In addition we have detailed characteristic features which can aid in the differentiation of TB from other important conditions.