Esophageal tuberculosis as an uncommon cause of dysphagia

Authors

  • Raquel Cordeiro Mendes Instituto de Infectologia Emilio Ribas
  • Denise do Socorro da Silva Rodrigues Instituto Clemente Ferreira
  • Jussemara Souza da Silva Instituto de Infectologia Emilio Ribas
  • Ana Angelica Bulcão Portela Lindoso Instituto de Infectologia Emilio Ribas
  • Richard Calanca Instituto de Infectologia Emilio Ribas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5935/2764-734X.e20250971

Keywords:

Esophageal Diseases, Tuberculosis, Gastrointestinal, Deglutition Disorders, Endoscopy, Case Report

Abstract

Although rare, gastrointestinal tuberculosis can affect the esophagus and cause dysphagia through primary or secondary mechanisms of disease spread. We report here on two immunocompetent patients whose chief complaint of dysphagia was the main symptom that motivated seeking health services. Upper digestive endoscopy identified nonspecific lesions that initially led to the formulation of other diagnostic hypotheses; however, respective biopsies allowed the diagnosis of tuberculosis — one primary and the other secondary. There was complete resolution of symptoms with specific treatment.

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Published

2025-10-31

How to Cite

Mendes, R. C., Rodrigues, D. do S. da S., Silva, J. S. da, Lindoso, A. A. B. P., & Calanca, R. (2025). Esophageal tuberculosis as an uncommon cause of dysphagia. Infections in Evidence, 4, e20250971. https://doi.org/10.5935/2764-734X.e20250971

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Vol. 4 (2025)

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Case Reports

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