If it's a child with nephrotic syndrome, it's usually Strep pneumoniae. If it's an adult with cirrhosis, it's usually E. coli.
Most common cause of SBP?
what is the most common cause of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis??
i think goljan mentioned it but i forget (and i think different sources say different bacteria), i know its asked alot on step1. thanks
i think goljan mentioned it but i forget (and i think different sources say different bacteria), i know its asked alot on step1. thanks
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