Research progress of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis

Abstract:

Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis（SBP） is a common and serious complication of cirrhosis and severe hepatitis with ascites. The mainly therapy is empiric antimicrobial therapy. SBP survivors should use antibiotics to prevent recurrence. With the widespread use of antibiotics，SBP caused by variety of drug-resistant bacteria increased in recent years. The new bacterial spectrum，empirical treatment and prevention need further study.