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  • Title: Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis in patients on peritoneal dialysis.
    Author: Hendriks MP, de Sévaux RG, Hilbrands LB.
    Journal: Neth J Med; 2008; 66(7):269-74. PubMed ID: 18663253.
    Abstract:
    Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is an uncommon but one of the most serious complications in patients on long-term peritoneal dialysis. EPS is characterised by a diffuse thickening and/or sclerosis of the peritoneal membrane which leads to a decreased ultrafiltration and ultimately to bowel obstruction. We present four cases of EPS and discuss the clinical manifestations, multifactorial aetiology, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention. We end with a proposal for the development of an EPS prevention guideline.
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