Treatment:

The goal of treatment is to cure the infection. Antibiotics are given into a vein (intravenous injection) or into the peritoneum. The specific antibiotic used will be determined by laboratory tests that show the exact type of organism causing the infection.

Expectations (prognosis):

Most patients recover uneventfully.

Complications:

• Recurrent peritonitis
• Intraabdominal abscess
• Catheter tract infection
• Removal of the dialysis catheter may be necessary

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you receive peritoneal dialysis treatments and develop symptoms of peritonitis.