Minimally invasive surgery for salvage of malfunctioning peritoneal dialysis catheters

Abstract

Minimally invasive surgery is a valid, safe and efficacious way of salvaging malfunctioning CAPD catheters. This modality reduces the chances of re-formation of adhesions, ensures rapid recovery, reduced wound-related complications and allows for early institution of peritoneal dialysis.

Intra-Abdominal Adhesions and Peritoneal Dialysis

“…An abdominal radiograph can confirm PD catheter location and identify any acute kinks in the catheter, but, in many patients, another surgery is needed to diagnose and address catheter complications. 2,5,8 Although effective, this places significant stress on the patient, and more advanced imaging techniques may have a role. Computed tomography peritoneography is effective at diagnosing leaks, but less effective at diagnosing obstruction.…”