Patients’ and relatives’ experiences of peritonitis when using peritoneal dialysis

ConclusionsOverall, peritonitis was a distressing experience that participants sought to prevent. However, there was some confusion amongst participants about the signs and symptoms of the infection and further education for patients and their families is thus crucial.

Source: Journal of Renal Care - February 27, 2015 Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Jessica Baillie, Annette Lankshear Tags: Original Article Source Type: research