GASTRODUODENAL TUBERCULOSIS

Nine patients with gastroduodenal tuberculosis (GDTB) were seen over a period of 2 years at a tertiary level referral institute. Clinical pr esentation of GDTB is similar to that of peptic ulcer discase. Endosco pic biopsy and/or laparotomy and biopsy establish the diagnosis. Medic al treatment is the mainstay of therapy, although surgical interventio n may be required for the management of complications. Gastroduodenal tuberculosis should be suspected in patients, residing in areas where the disease is endemic. with a short history suggestive of peptic ulce r disease and an early onset of gastric outlet obstruction.