Peritoneal calcification

Case contributed by Zach Drew
Diagnosis almost certain

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History of peritoneal dialysis for ESRF

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
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Extensive peritoneal calcifications. Extensive vascular calcifications also noted.

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This study is a stack
Axial C+ portal
venous phase
This study is a stack
Coronal C+ portal
venous phase
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Extensive peritoneal calcifications are appreciated, presumably secondary to the patient's end stage renal failure and peritoneal dialysis. Other findings include a loculated fluid collection in the left flank and stable cystic structure in the right adnexa, likely chronic fluid collections from previous peritoneal dialysis. Both kidneys appear atrophic. Moderate faecal loading of the large bowel.

Case Discussion

Peritoneal calcification is a recognised potential consequence of long term peritoneal dialysis. See the article on peritoneal calcification for further differentials.

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