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Chylous ascites: an unusual complication of peritoneal dialysis. A case report and literature review.

Abstract
Chylous ascites is a rare complication in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis. It may occur due to traumatic peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion or other causes. It is important to be aware of this condition as it may be confused with peritonitis, and antibiotics may be inappropriately administered. We report a case of chylous ascites occurring after catheter insertion and discuss management of this condition.
AuthorsChee Kay Cheung, Arif Khwaja
JournalPeritoneal dialysis international : journal of the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis (Perit Dial Int) 2008 May-Jun Vol. 28 Issue 3 Pg. 229-31 ISSN: 0896-8608 [Print] United States
PMID18474912 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)
Chemical References
  • Gentamicins
  • Vancomycin
Topics
  • Adult
  • Chylous Ascites (diagnosis, etiology)
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Gentamicins (therapeutic use)
  • Humans
  • Injections, Intraperitoneal (adverse effects)
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic (complications, therapy)
  • Male
  • Peritoneal Dialysis (adverse effects)
  • Peritonitis (diagnosis, drug therapy)
  • Vancomycin (therapeutic use)

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