Fitz–Hugh–Curtis syndrome as a result of genital tuberculosis: a report of three cases

Abstract

Fitz–Hugh–Curtis syndrome is the presence of perihepatitis with violin-string adhesions between the liver and the anterior abdominal wall in association with gonococcal or chlamydial salpingitis. The syndrome is associated with salpingitis and is manifested as right upper quadrant pain and tenderness possibly resulting from irritation of Glisson’s capsule of the liver. It usually subsides with an appropriate antibiotic regimen for salpingitis. Until now only gonococcal and chlamydial salpingitis have been blamed for this syndrome. We present a report of three cases with proven genital tuberculosis who were found to have Fitz–Hugh–Curtis syndrome on laparoscopy. (excerpt)