Abstract

1. Abstract

1.1. Introduction: Chyloperitoneum is defined as the presence of lymph of thoracic or intestinal origin in the abdominal cavity. It is reported infrequently and is a rare manifestation of multiple diseases. Most of the cases are secondary and are associated with direct trauma to the peritoneal dialysis. Renal replacement therapy is necessary in up to 10% of children who undergo cardiac surgery with extracorporeal circulation, indicated in cases of water overload, acute renal dysfunction or ionic alterations.