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See Latest ArticlesThe Relationship Between Peritoneal Leukocyte Count, Fluid Cultures, and Clinical Results in Peritonitis Among Peritoneal Dialysis Patients: Is There a Geographic or Ethnic Difference
Advances in Peritoneal Dialysis, 10/19/09
Ozturk S et al. – The study data suggest that positive culture results, high PLC, and hospitalization at the beginning of any peritonitis episode should be considered risk factors for catheter loss and mortality in PD. A more cautious choice of antibiotic, and perhaps more aggressive dosing, must be considered for those patients. Moreover, results of cultures during peritonitis may show geographic and ethnic differences.
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