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Peritoneal dialysis catheter

Case contributed by Vikas Shah
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

On dialysis.

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male

Abdominal x-ray

x-ray

Peritoneal dialysis catheter in situ. Solid fecal matter throughout colon.

Case Discussion

This is an indwelling catheter used for peritoneal dialysis.

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