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Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis due to Plesiomonas shigelloides

J P Alcañiz1, B de Cuenca Morón, M Gómez Rubio

  • 1Department of Gastroenterology, Getafe University Hospital, Madrid, Spain.

The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|September 1, 1995
PubMed

Insights

Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a common complication in patients with cirrhosis and ascites. This case highlights Plesiomonas shigelloides as a rare cause of SBP, broadening the etiological spectrum.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Hepatology

Background:

  • Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a serious infection in patients with liver cirrhosis and ascites.
  • The causative agents of SBP typically include common enteric bacteria.

Observation:

  • This report details a rare case of SBP.
  • The infection was caused by Plesiomonas shigelloides, an unusual pathogen in this context.

Findings:

  • Plesiomonas shigelloides can be an etiological agent of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.
  • This finding expands the known spectrum of pathogens responsible for SBP in cirrhotic patients.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider a broader range of microorganisms when diagnosing SBP in cirrhotic patients.
  • Further research may be warranted to understand the prevalence and risk factors for SBP caused by Plesiomonas shigelloides.

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