A New Approach for Treating Peritonitis in Patients Over Age 50

Researchers tried a new, 3-step “Mero-PerRest” protocol when patients over age 50 developed peritonitis due to enteric (gut) microorganisms. 1). Temporary “peritoneal rest” with the catheter in place. 2). IV meropenem. 3). Meropenum as a catheter lock. Compared to 203 bouts of peritonitis treated with usual care, 217 bouts treated with the new protocol had a higher primary cure rate (90% vs. 65.3%), better PD survival (90% vs. 64.9%), and similar patient survival.

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