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[Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis]

Do Seon Song1

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea.

The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology = Taehan Sohwagi Hakhoe Chi
|August 28, 2018
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Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a serious infection in cirrhosis patients. Early diagnosis and prompt antibiotic treatment are crucial for managing SBP and preventing complications.

Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) affects 10-30% of hospitalized patients with cirrhosis and ascites.
  • Bacterial translocation and impaired immune response contribute to SBP development in liver cirrhosis.
  • Gram-negative bacteria are common culprits, but Gram-positive infections are rising.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.
  • To highlight the importance of timely intervention in managing SBP in cirrhotic patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria and treatment guidelines for SBP.
  • Examination of primary and secondary prevention strategies for SBP.

Main Results:

  • SBP diagnosis relies on ascitic fluid analysis showing >250 polymorphonuclear leukocytes/mm³.
  • Immediate empirical antibiotic therapy is essential upon SBP diagnosis.
  • Prevention strategies are recommended for high-risk cirrhotic patients.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of SBP requires prompt diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic treatment.
  • Primary and secondary prevention are vital for reducing SBP incidence and recurrence in cirrhotic patients.
  • Understanding SBP pathophysiology aids in developing targeted interventions.
Keywords:
AscitesSpontaneous bacterial peritonitisTherapy

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