A complicated case of refractory multiple drug-resistant peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis due to teratoma

Abstract

Peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis is a leading cause of treatment discontinuation and mortality among peritoneal dialysis patients. The presence of multidrug-resistant organisms further complicates management, particularly in patients with complex intra-abdominal conditions. This paper presents a complicated case of refractory multidrug-resistant peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis, which was ultimately diagnosed as being caused by a teratoma. Following adequate drainage and the administration of sensitive antibiotics, the patient successfully underwent teratoma excision and transitioned to hemodialysis.