Peritoneal dialysis catheter outflow obstruction due to oviductal fimbriae: a case report

Am J Kidney Dis. 1990 Sep;16(3):256-8. doi: 10.1016/s0272-6386(12)81026-2.

Abstract

Outflow obstruction is a common cause of peritoneal dialysis catheter malfunction. We report an unusual case of outflow obstruction caused by oviductal fimbriae. Mini-laparatomy and repositioning of the catheter without excising the fallopian tube resulted in good outcome.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Catheters, Indwelling
  • Equipment Failure
  • Fallopian Tubes / pathology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic / therapy
  • Middle Aged
  • Peritoneal Dialysis, Continuous Ambulatory / instrumentation*