title: Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis: a rare complication of peritoneal dialysis in Al-ain, United arab emirates.
abstract: Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is a rare complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD) with devastating consequences. Although it can occur among patients on PD, it may present long after PD has been discontinued; thus, its diagnosis depends on a high index of suspicion. We present a rare case of EPS in the United Arab Emirates with a protracted course and delays in recognizing the condition until after resolution of the acute attack. This case highlights the need for early identification of risk factors as well as the subtle features of EPS for appropriate diagnosis and perhaps even prevention; this being worth a ton of cure. A review of the literature including the latest evidence-based treatment options is also highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Department of Nephrology, United Arab Emirates University, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates.
authors.forename: Samra
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Abouchacra
authors.forename: Ahmed
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Chaaban
authors.forename: Suad
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sajwani
authors.forename: Mohammad
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Bashir
authors.forename: Omar
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Beghdash
authors.forename: Abdishakur
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Abdulle
keywords: Complications; Peritoneal dialysis; Sclerosis