Unusual case of tubercular peritonitis

Authors

  • L. Thulasi Devi Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Military Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4607-7797
  • Athul R. S. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Military Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20211164

Keywords:

MTP, IUCD, Pelvic tubercular peritonitis, Severe sepsis

Abstract

An interesting case of Pelvic Tubercular Peritonitis, post MTP and IUCD insertion presenting as Severe Sepsis. Managed aggressively with Fluid, supportive measures and complete course of ATT. Case is being reported as an unusual complication post MTP and incidental reports in literature of spread of Pelvic Peritonitis in preexisting Genital Tuberculosis by haematogenous spread.

Author Biography

L. Thulasi Devi, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Military Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

HOD, DEPT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY

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2021-03-24

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