Table 2.
The investigation findings of patients with secondary peritonitis at BMC
| Investigations | Number (%) or (IQR) | |
|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin | 9.2 (7.3-11) g/dl | |
| Widal test | Suggestive | 14 (19.72) |
| Not suggestive | 57 (80.28) | |
| HIV | Reactive | 13 (13.40) |
| Non reactive | 84 (86.6) | |
| CD4 a | 250 (150–330) | |
| X ray | Normal | 51 (52.58) |
| Abnormal | 46 (47.42) | |
| Ultrasound | Fluid seen | 32 (32.99) |
| No fluid | 3 (3.09) | |
| Not done | 62 (63.92) | |
aOnly HIV positive patients were included