Mycobacterium simiae: A Previously Undescribed Pathogen in Peritoneal Dialysis Peritonitis

Mycobacterium Porcinum Peritonitis in a Patient on Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis

“…If there is a clinical suspicion of NTM peritonitis repeat cultures should always be obtained to confirm the diagnosis and rule out possible environmental contamination because of the ubiquitous nature of these organisms. 18 Once confirmed, NTM should be identified to the species level and tested for susceptibility.…”

“…Though four to six weeks of therapy may be sufficient in uncomplicated cases, 12 a longer duration (6 months) is probably required. 18 PD catheter removal has been suggested by most investigators. 18 Mortality data from NTM CAPD associated peritonitis is limited; however, significant morbidity can result from these infections.…”

“…18 PD catheter removal has been suggested by most investigators. 18 Mortality data from NTM CAPD associated peritonitis is limited; however, significant morbidity can result from these infections. Intra-abdominal complications such as abscesses, intestinal fistula formation, adhesions, catheter exit site erosion and intestinal perforation can occur (Table 2).…”