Peritonitis in patients on peritoneal dialysis: a review of pathophysiology and treatment.
The incidence of peritonitis has decreased in peritoneal dialysis patients because of new delivery systems and connecting devices; however, peritonitis is still of major concern. Peritonitis remains the most common reason for admission to hospitals and is still a primary reason for failure of this method of dialysis. Nephrology nurses need a clear understanding of peritonitis etiology, recommended treatment regimens, side effects of treatment, and complications. This should enable nephrology nurses to provide a higher level of care, and, thus, improve patient well-being.
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D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D017053:Infection Control; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010530:Peritoneal Dialysis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010538:Peritonitis / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy