A peritoneal dialysis registered nurse (pdrn) reported that the patient was hospitalized on 03/18 and diagnosed on 3/19 for peritonitis.Upon additional follow-up, the patient¿s pdrn reported that the patient was hospitalized on (b)(6) 2024 for malaise.During hospitalization, on (b)(6) 2024, the patient had a pd culture obtained which generated an elevated white blood cell (wbc) count.The patient was treated with intravenous (iv)antibiotic therapy using ceftazidime and vancomycin (dose unknown).Per the nurse, it was also discovered that the patient¿s pd catheter (not a fresenius product) had stopped working.As a result, the patient was transitioned to hemodialysis for renal replacement needs.At the time follow-up was performed, the patient remained in the hospital recovering from the event.Per the nurse, the patient did not have any fluid leaks or any issues with fresenius device, or product in relation to the event.The nurse indicated the patient had concomitant constipation.Additionally, the nurse stated the patient has pre-existing and ongoing confusion due to disease process.The nurse reported that the peritonitis event was likely due to patient error (in setting of pre-existing confusion) combined with concomitant constipation.
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