Fungal peritonitis complicating peritoneal dialysis during an 11-year period: report of 46 cases.
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Abstract
The incidence of fungal peritonitis (FP) and the fungi that caused FP were evaluated in 422 patients treated with peritoneal dialysis. During an 11-year period, 804 episodes of peritonitis occurred, 46 (5.7%) of which were caused by fungi. Treatment was successful for 39 patients. Early diagnosis of FP and prompt therapy decreases morbidity and mortality.
Medical subject headings
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Peritonitis