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Cirrhosis: a risk factor for cryptococcal peritonitis

C L Mabee¹, S W Mabee, R B Kirkpatrick

¹Department of Medicine, Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, USA.

The American Journal of Gastroenterology

|November 1, 1995

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Cryptococcal peritonitis, a serious infection, is often linked to kidney disease. This study highlights liver disease, particularly cirrhosis, as a significant risk factor, emphasizing early diagnosis for better outcomes.

Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Hepatology
Nephrology

Background:

Cryptococcal peritonitis is commonly associated with end-stage renal disease and peritoneal dialysis.
Significant liver disease is not widely recognized as a risk factor for cryptococcal peritonitis.

Observation:

Two patients with cirrhosis developed Cryptococcus neoformans peritonitis.
A retrospective review of cases at Ohio State University Medical Center (1990-1994) and literature review on hepatic dysfunction and cryptococcal peritonitis were conducted.

Findings:

Cirrhotic patients with cryptococcal peritonitis often present with subtle, nonspecific symptoms, leading to delayed diagnosis.
Delayed diagnosis in these patients is associated with dissemination and increased mortality.
Early and frequent abdominal paracentesis with fungal culture, India ink, and cryptococcal antigen testing can expedite diagnosis.

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Implications:

Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for cryptococcal peritonitis in patients with liver impairment.
Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for improving survival rates in cirrhotic patients with this infection.
Increased awareness and diagnostic vigilance are needed for this rare but lethal condition.