Peritonitis in patients with end-stage renal disease on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis.(Scientific Letters)(Clinical report)

South African Medical Journal | December 1, 2008| | Copyright

To the Editor: We investigated the experiences with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD)-related peritonitis in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) at the nephrology unit of Dr George Mukhari Hospital. In this study population, the mortality rate from peritonitis is high, Gram-negative sepsis predominates and the recurrence rate was also high. Age is a risk factor for mortality.

Background

CAPD is an established therapy for ESRD. No costly equipment is required, the technique is easily learned by patients, and frequent hospital visits ...

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