There are 3: SBP occurs in patients with ascites, from cirrhosis or other etiologies, 60% of the cases has no bacteria growing on cultures. 40% of patients have positive cultures, most common bacterias are E. Coli, Streptoccocus and Enterococcus.
Answered 12/6/2014
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Strep: Streptococcus is the most common cause of primary bacterial peritonitis. It is a very serious condition that will require in hospital treatment.
Answered 11/29/2014
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