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Overview
Surgery (laparotomy) is needed to perform a full exploration and lavage of the peritoneum, as well as to correct any gross anatomical damage which may have caused peritonitis.[1] The exception is spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, which does not benefit from surgery.
References
- ↑ "Peritonitis: Emergencies: Merck Manual Home Edition". Retrieved 2007-11-25.