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Concomitant acute lupus erythematosus and primary pneumococcal peritonitis
The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|April 1, 1975
Summary
Lupus peritonitis and pneumococcal peritonitis can mimic surgical abdominal emergencies. Early detection via peritoneal fluid analysis can guide appropriate antibiotic or steroid treatment, avoiding unnecessary surgery.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Acute surgical abdomen, often indicating peritonitis, requires surgical intervention.
- Lupus peritonitis and pneumococcal peritonitis can present similarly to acute surgical abdomen.
- Surgical intervention is not optimal for lupus or pneumococcal peritonitis.