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Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis: a case report
Paula de Castro Menezes Candido1, Andrea de Freitas Werner2, Izabela Machado Flores Pereira3
1Trainee in Radiology at Hospital Felício Rocho, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
Radiologia Brasileira
|March 24, 2015
Summary
Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis (SEP), a severe complication of peritoneal dialysis, can now be diagnosed noninvasively. Computed tomography effectively identifies characteristic findings, aiding early detection of this feared condition.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Radiology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis (SEP) is a rare but severe complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD).
- It presents as a significant cause of bowel obstruction, often feared due to its potential severity.
- Noninvasive diagnostic methods for SEP are crucial for timely management.
Observation:
- This report details a case of sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis.
- Clinical symptoms were observed in conjunction with specific radiological findings.
- The focus is on achieving a noninvasive diagnosis.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity in diagnosing SEP.
- Characteristic CT findings were identified, allowing for definitive diagnosis.
- Radiological evidence correlated with clinical presentation.
Implications:
- Noninvasive diagnosis of SEP using CT can expedite patient management.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy may lead to better patient outcomes.
- This approach highlights the utility of advanced imaging in managing PD complications.
