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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Dialysis

Background:

  • Peritonitis is a frequent and serious complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD).
  • Clinical practice for managing PD-associated peritonitis varies significantly despite existing International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD) guidelines.
  • Effective prevention and treatment are crucial for maintaining PD as a viable dialysis modality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize key recommendations for preventing and treating PD-associated peritonitis.
  • To highlight strategies for optimizing clinical practice in PD units.
  • To emphasize the importance of adherence to guidelines for reducing peritonitis rates.

Main Methods:

  • Review of International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD) guidelines.
  • Summary of recommended prophylactic measures, including antibiotic use before procedures and at the exit site.
  • Outline of empirical and adjusted antibiotic therapy protocols for suspected peritonitis, including route of administration and duration.

Main Results:

  • Prophylactic antibiotics, topical antibiotic care, and prompt infection treatment are vital for prevention.
  • Empirical intraperitoneal antibiotic therapy covering Gram-positive, Gram-negative, and *Pseudomonas* species is recommended upon suspicion of peritonitis.
  • Antifungal prophylaxis and adjustment of antibiotics based on culture results are important; catheter removal may be necessary for refractory cases.

Conclusions:

  • Adherence to ISPD guidelines and improved clinical practices have led to a global reduction in PD-associated peritonitis rates.
  • PD peritonitis management requires prompt diagnosis, appropriate empirical and targeted antibiotic therapy, and consideration of antifungal prophylaxis.
  • Successful management of peritonitis supports the continued use of PD as a first-line renal replacement therapy.