Noninfectious Complications of Peritoneal Dialysis

Abdominal Cocoon : A Rare Cause of Intestinal Obstruction

“…[8,10] The idiopathic form is commonly seen in adolescent females and is thought to result from retrograde menstruation that leads to a subclinical peritoneal infection. [11] Treatment options for sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis consist of surgical intervention or medical management depending on the clinical presentation. [11] Medical options include supportive measures such as bowel rest and nutritional support.…”

“…[11] Treatment options for sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis consist of surgical intervention or medical management depending on the clinical presentation. [11] Medical options include supportive measures such as bowel rest and nutritional support. [11] Medications that recently have been used to treat sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis include: corticosteroids, tamoxifen, and immunosuppressants.…”

“…[11] Medical options include supportive measures such as bowel rest and nutritional support. [11] Medications that recently have been used to treat sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis include: corticosteroids, tamoxifen, and immunosuppressants. Each of these medications treat the condition by reducing the inflammation and fibrosis of sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis.…”

“…Each of these medications treat the condition by reducing the inflammation and fibrosis of sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis. [11] Surgical intervention consists of lysis of intestinal adhesions. Diagnosis of sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis is usually confirmed by laparotomy, which reveals a fibrous membrane surrounding multiple small bowel loops.…”