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Kaixuan Yuan1, Xiaoxiao Wang1, Yong Ling1
1Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510000, China.
Abstract:
Fungal peritonitis, an uncommon complication in continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD), has recently garnered increased attention due to its incidence and potential mortality. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first confirmed case of Neosartorya hiratsukae (N. hiratsukae) causing CAPD-related peritonitis in a patient with chronic nephrotic syndrome in Guangzhou, China. After prompt removal of the peritoneal catheter and active antifungal therapy, no clinical manifestations of peritonitis were observed. Our report underscores the importance of enhancing clinical awareness regarding N. hiratsukae and ensuring timely diagnosis in cases of CAPD-related fungal peritonitis.
Insights
This study reports the first case of fungal peritonitis caused by Neosartorya hiratsukae in a continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis patient. Prompt catheter removal and antifungal treatment led to recovery, highlighting the need for timely diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Fungal peritonitis is a rare but serious complication of continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD).
- Neosartorya hiratsukae is an emerging fungal pathogen with limited documented associations with CAPD peritonitis.
