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Persistent diffuse peritonitis in children

G Karagüzel1, F C Tanyel, M E Senocak

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey.

The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics
|July 25, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Persistent diffuse peritonitis (PDP) is a distinct childhood infection. This study found PDP has unique features, higher mortality, and may benefit from conservative treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Persistent diffuse peritonitis (PDP) is an aggressive intra-abdominal infection in adults.
  • Its distinct characteristics and outcomes in children require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the clinical, microbiologic, treatment, and outcome characteristics of childhood PDP.
  • To compare childhood PDP with other peritonitis types.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective classification of 175 pediatric peritonitis patients.
  • Analysis of clinical presentation, microbiology, treatment strategies, and patient outcomes.
  • Comparison of PDP group with primary peritonitis, secondary peritonitis, and intra-abdominal abscess groups.

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Main Results:

  • PDP was identified in 37 pediatric patients.
  • The PDP group showed higher rates of host defense issues, extra-appendicular origin, and mortality compared to secondary peritonitis.
  • Lower rates of polymicrobic and anaerobic infections were observed in PDP compared to secondary peritonitis.
  • Mortality was 18% in conservatively treated and 23% in surgically treated PDP patients.
  • Young age, comorbidities, and fungal growth were associated with increased mortality.

Conclusions:

  • Persistent diffuse peritonitis (PDP) represents a distinct entity in pediatric patients, similar to adults.
  • Accurate identification of childhood PDP can guide treatment decisions, potentially favoring conservative approaches to improve survival and avoid unnecessary surgeries.