Sphingomonas paucimobilis
is an aerobic gram-negative bacillus, widely distributed in the water and soil. It has also been found in nosocomial environments causing nosocomial infections.
S. paucimobilis
is a rare cause of peritoneal dialysis (PD)-related peritonitis. Here, we report the 14
th
case, with a literature review. Our case is unique as this is the first reported case of intra-abdominal abscess associated with
S. paucimobilis
PD-related peritonitis.
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