Peritonitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the peritoneal cavity?
A
Enclosed space between visceral and parietal peritoneum
2
Q
What is peritoneal cavity lined by?*
A
Mesothelial cells which produce surfactant
3
Q
What is peritonitis?
A
Inflammation of peritoneum cavity
4
Q
Causes of peritonitis?
A
- Underlying GI condition
- Perforated organ
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Ascites related to liver disease
- TB
5
Q
Localised peritonitis?
A
Seen with acute inflammation eg appendicitis
- Pain and localised tenderness more gradual onset
- Treat underlying cause
6
Q
Generalised peritonitis?
A
- Inflammation of peritoneal cavity
- Due to irritation *****
7
Q
Signs and symptom of peritonitis?
A
- Abdo pain & tenderness
- Rigid abdomen
- Rebound tenderness
- Distended abdomen (if related to ascites)
- High temp
- Tachycardia
8
Q
Investigations for peritonitis?
A
- Erect CXR (air under diaphragm due to perforation)
- Abdominal paracentesis
9
Q
Management of peritonitis?
A
- Resuscitate pt (NG tube, IV fluids, ABs)
- Surgical= peritoneal lavage, treat underlying cause
10
Q
Complications of peritonitis?
A
- Sepsis
- Multi-organ failure
- Abscess formation
