Clinical Profile, Bacteriological Profile, and Outcomes of Patients with Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis with Preexisting Chronic Liver Disease

Introduction: Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a critical complication in patients with chronic liver disease (CLD). Understanding the clinical features and bacterial profile of SBP is essential for its effective management. To study the clinical and bacteriological profile and the factors influencing the outcome of SBP in patients with CLD. Materials and Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of 113 patients diagnosed with SBP between January 2018 and December 2022 at a tertiary care hospital. We assessed the clinical features, laboratory parameters, causes of cirrhosis, and bacterial profiles. Statistical analyses were performed to identify associations between these parameters and the clinical outcomes. A p value of