Can tuberculous peritonitis die?

Tuberculous peritonitis may lead to death, but the specific mortality rate depends on the severity of the condition and the timeliness of treatment.

Tuberculous peritonitis is a chronic peritonitis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is mainly manifested as low fever, night sweats, fatigue, abdominal pain, abdominal distension and other symptoms. If not treated in time, it may lead to complications such as ascites, intestinal obstruction, and intestinal perforation, and in severe cases can lead to death.

Treatment methods for tuberculous peritonitis include anti-tuberculosis drug treatment and surgical treatment. Anti-tuberculosis drug treatment is the basis for the treatment of tuberculous peritonitis. Commonly used drugs include isoniazid, rifampicin, ethambutol, pyrazinamide, etc. Surgical treatment is mainly used to treat complications such as ascites and intestinal obstruction.

During treatment, patients need to pay attention to rest, strengthen nutrition, and eat more foods rich in protein and vitamins, such as eggs, milk, fruits, vegetables, etc.