Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis post liver transplant and peritoneal dialysis: case report and literature review

Rodrigo Piltcher-da-Silva1, João Francisco Petry1, Ana Laura de Araujo Freitas1

  • 1General and Digestive Surgery Service, Hospital Nossa Senhora das Graças, Curitiba, PR, Brazil.

Insights

Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is a rare condition where a membrane encases the intestines. This case highlights EPS in a liver transplant patient with a history of peritoneal dialysis presenting with bowel obstruction.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Nephrology
  • Surgical Sciences

Background:

  • Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is a rare but severe complication.
  • It involves the formation of a fibrocollagenous membrane encasing the small intestine.
  • Associated factors include peritoneal infections, certain medications, peritoneal dialysis, and systemic inflammatory conditions.

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