A Rare Case of Tuberculosis of the Anterior Abdominal Wall: A Diagnostic Challenge

Tuberculosis, typically a pulmonary infectious disease, can sometimes affect other organs in the form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis. However, primary involvement of the abdominal muscles is extremely rare. Diagnosis is often challenging due to the unusual location and lack of typical symptoms. This report presents a unique case of primary tuberculosis of the anterior abdominal wall in a 13-year-old girl, admitted with abdominal pain and a palpable mass. After image-guided biopsy and histopathological analysis, the diagnosis of tuberculosis was confirmed. A combined treatment of surgical drainage and antituberculous therapy led to recovery without postoperative complications. This case highlights the importance of considering tuberculosis in atypical locations.