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Case Report: First report of peritoneal dialysis-related peritonitis caused by Pseudomonas fulva

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  • Tian Feng

  • Yu Zhan

  • Yingmiao Zhang

  • Zhongxin Lu

  • May 25, 2026

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    Pseudomonas fulva is a rare human pathogen linked to various infections, including the first reported case of peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis.

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    The bacterium was accurately identified using MALDI-TOF MS and 16S rRNA sequencing from peritoneal dialysis fluid of an elderly patient.

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    The patient, with a history of end-stage renal disease, recovered after treatment with intravenous cefotaxime.

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    Risk factors for P. fulva-related peritonitis include severe renal insufficiency, catheter-related defects, and environmental contamination.

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    The study highlights the importance of accurate identification and treatment of P. fulva infections to ensure favorable patient outcomes.

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