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Gabriel Caetano Pereira1, Igor Fiorese Vieira1, Mateus Mazorra Coelho Vieira1
1Centro Universitário Cesumar (UniCesumar), Escola de Medicina, Departamento de Medicina, Maringá - PR, Brazil.
Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is a rare but serious complication of peritoneal dialysis. This case highlights EPS causing intestinal obstruction in a patient with chronic kidney disease, requiring surgical intervention and long-term management.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients often require renal replacement therapy.
- Peritoneal dialysis (PD) can lead to complications, including encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS).
- EPS involves progressive fibrous tissue replacement of the peritoneum.
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