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Pasqual Barretti¹, Kleyton A Bastos, Jorge Dominguez

¹Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital, Botucatu School of Medicine, São Paulo State University, Rubião Júnior, CEP 18618-970 São Paulo, SP, Brazil. pbarretti@uol.com.br

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Peritonitis, a serious complication of peritoneal dialysis, has seen reduced incidence in Latin America due to improved safety measures. Staphylococcus aureus remains a significant cause, impacting outcomes despite technological advancements.

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Area of Science:

Nephrology
Infectious Diseases
Public Health

Background:

Peritoneal dialysis is widely used in Latin America.
Understanding peritonitis patterns is crucial for patient care.
Peritonitis is the most significant complication of peritoneal dialysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To review Latin American data on peritonitis in peritoneal dialysis.
To analyze trends in incidence, causative organisms, and outcomes.
To compare findings with developed countries.

Main Methods:

Systematic review of Latin American data on peritoneal dialysis peritonitis.
Analysis of peritonitis incidence, microbial patterns, and patient outcomes.
Comparison of outcomes based on causative organisms and resistance patterns.

Main Results:

Peritonitis incidence has decreased to <1 episode per 24 patient-months.
Staphylococcus aureus remains prevalent, alongside coagulase-negative staphylococci and gram-negatives.
Resolution rates range from 55-78%; transfer to hemodialysis (10.9-15.4%) and death (3-9.9%) occur.
Outcomes are poorer for S. aureus peritonitis, even with lower oxacillin resistance.

Conclusions:

Despite challenges, Latin American peritonitis outcomes are comparable to developed nations.
Technological improvements and center expertise likely contribute to positive outcomes.
Continued vigilance regarding S. aureus and evolving microbial patterns is necessary.