First reported case of peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis caused by Citrobacter sedlakii.
Eren Eynel
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Case in brief
A 31-year-old female patient undergoing peritoneal dialysis presented with recurrent peritonitis. The infection was identified as being caused by Citrobacter sedlakii, a rare gram-negative bacillus. The case highlights the clinical challenges associated with this unusual pathogen and emphasizes the importance of recognizing atypical organisms in PD-related infections.
What made this case unusual
This case is notable for being the first reported instance of peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis caused by Citrobacter sedlakii, a rare pathogen within the Enterobacteriaceae family.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for rare pathogens like Citrobacter sedlakii in cases of peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis.
Why it matters
Awareness of uncommon etiologies in peritoneal dialysis infections can improve diagnosis and management, potentially reducing complications and hospitalizations.