Esophageal tuberculosis: a rare presentation with massive hematemesis

Ann Thorac Surg. 1999 Dec;68(6):2344-6. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(99)01160-1.

Abstract

A 43-year-old female presented with massive hematemesis. Esophagoscopy showed an ulcer 22 to 25 cm from the incisor with active bleeding. A thoracotomy and primary closure of the ulcer was performed. Massive hematemesis recurred 8 days later, resulting in hypovolemic shock. The thoracic esophagus was resected and histological examination showed granuloma with central caseous necrosis. Combined chemotherapy was given for 10 months. At 6 months after the subtotal esophagectomy, the esophagus was reconstructed using the right-side colon.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Esophageal Diseases / complications*
  • Esophageal Diseases / diagnosis
  • Esophageal Diseases / therapy
  • Female
  • Hematemesis / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Tuberculosis / complications*
  • Tuberculosis / diagnosis
  • Tuberculosis / therapy