Peritonitis

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Complications

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Left untreated, peritonitis can extend beyond your peritoneum, where it may cause:

  • A bloodstream infection (bacteremia).
  • An infection throughout your body (sepsis). Sepsis is a rapidly progressing, life-threatening condition that can cause shock and organ failure.
Tests and diagnosis Risk factors

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References
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