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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Urology
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a common treatment for end-stage renal disease.
  • Accidental insertion of a PD catheter into the urinary bladder is a rare but serious complication.
  • This case highlights the importance of surgical technique and patient assessment during PD catheter placement.

Observation:

  • A case report details an adult patient undergoing PD catheter insertion.
  • The PD catheter was found to be misplaced within the urinary bladder.
  • The patient presented with symptoms suggestive of urinary tract involvement.

Findings:

  • The misplaced PD catheter was surgically removed.
  • The patient received prophylactic antibiotics to prevent infection.
  • Surgical repair of the bladder wall was successfully performed.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the critical need to assess for urinary bladder distension before PD catheter insertion.
  • Physicians should consider perforating injuries in patients with urinary tract symptoms and unusual PD fluid flow.
  • Adherence to surgical protocols can minimize the risk of such iatrogenic complications.