Peritonitis; secondary
Alternative names:
secondary peritonitis
Treatment:
Surgical treatment is often necessary to remove sources of infection such as infected bowel, inflamed appendix, or abscess. General treatment includes bedrest, suction from a tube extending from the nose to the stomach (nasogastric) to decompress the stomach, intravenous fluids, and narcotics or sedatives. Broad-spectrum antibiotics are given until culture and sensitivity results are available to determine the most effective treatment.
Expectations (prognosis):
The outcome depends on the underlying cause and the duration of symptoms before treatment. Complete recovery can occur, but in some cases the disorder can be lethal.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of peritonitis. This is a serious disorder that can become an emergency situation.
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