Peritonitis Causes
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Causes of Peritonitis
- Primary peritonitis-occurs when there is a buildup of fluid in the abdomen. This is called Ascites. It is caused by chronic liver disease, among other conditions.
- Secondary peritonitis-caused by bacteria that enter the abdominal cavity. Can be due to an injury or a condition, such as a ruptured appendix.
- Dialysis-related peritonitis-caused by bacteria that enter the peritoneal cavity during or after peritoneal dialysis (a treatment for kidney disease).
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