hepatic and biliary disorders
Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis (SBP)
Symptoms and Signs of SBP
Patients have symptoms and signs of Ascites . Discomfort is usually present; it typically is diffuse, constant, and mild to moderate in severity. Signs of SBP may include fever, malaise, encephalopathy, worsening hepatic failure, and unexplained clinical deterioration. Peritoneal signs (eg, abdominal tenderness and rebound) are present but may be somewhat diminished by the presence of ascitic fluid. 