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  • Title: Treatment of recurrent and resistant CAPD peritonitis by temporary withdrawal of peritoneal dialysis without removal of the catheter.
    Author: Locatelli A, Quiroga MA, De Benedetti L, Gomez M, Barone R, Barron MC.
    Journal: Adv Perit Dial; 1995; 11():176-8. PubMed ID: 8534698.
    Abstract:
    Recurrent and resistant continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) peritonitis is usually treated by removal of the catheter and temporary hemodialysis. We treated 3 patients: 1 with resistant Klebsiella peritonitis and 2 with recurrent peritonitis (one due to Staphylococcus and the other to Enterococcus), by stopping CAPD for a 2-4 week period, leaving the catheter in situ and continuing antibiotic therapy. All 3 patients had resolution of their infections and restarted CAPD. This therapeutic modality reduced catheter replacements, limited admissions to the hospital, reduced psychological impact, and diminished risks and costs of CAPD.
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