ISSN:
1432-198X
Keywords:
Key words Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis
;
Peritonitis
;
Rectus abdominis muscle
;
Peritoneal dialysis catheter
;
Tunnel infection
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract An adolescent maintained on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) for 8 years had relapsing peritonitis involving peritoneal catheter tunnel infections. We attempted catheter removal and replacement simultaneously, with the catheter covered cylindrically by a rectus abdominis muscle flap to prevent recurrent tunnel infections. During 3 years of follow-up, there have been no episodes of peritonitis involving tunnel infection. Our modified insertion technique can eradicate tunnel infection, thus reducing peritonitis.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s004670050024
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