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[Diagnostic problems in spontaneous bacterial peritonitis].

G Colloredo, P Tiraboschi, L Morosini

    Minerva Medica
    |May 12, 1986
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    Diagnosing spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) can be challenging when cultures are negative. Early suspicion and treatment are crucial for improving patient outcomes in SBP, even with probable diagnoses.

    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a serious complication in cirrhotic patients.
    • Ascitic fluid culture, a key diagnostic criterion, can yield false-negative results.
    • This can lead to diagnoses being classified as 'probable' rather than 'certain'.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare clinical, biochemical, and prognostic aspects of 'probable' SBP versus 'certain' SBP.
    • To evaluate the diagnostic value of ascitic fluid parameters in SBP.
    • To emphasize the importance of early SBP recognition and treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • A comparative analytical study was conducted.
    • Groups included 10 patients with 'probable' SBP, 9 with 'certain' SBP, and 115 controls with 'normal' ascitic fluid.

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  • Ascitic fluid white blood cell (WBC) and polymorphonuclear cell (PMN) counts, glucose levels, and serum laboratory tests were analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • Ascitic WBC and PMN counts were significantly lower in 'probable' SBP compared to 'certain' SBP.
    • 'Probable' SBP showed higher ascitic glucose levels, suggesting lower bacterial inoculum.
    • Serum tests showed no difference between 'probable' and 'certain' SBP, but were worse than controls. Symptoms and prognosis were similar.
    • A cutoff of 250 PMN/mmc demonstrated high diagnostic accuracy (92.5%) for rapid SBP diagnosis.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinical, biochemical, and prognostic similarities suggest treating 'probable' SBP as 'certain'.
    • Early suspicion and prompt therapy significantly impact SBP prognosis.
    • The diagnostic cutoff of 250 PMN/mmc is valuable for rapid SBP identification.