Tuberculous and fungal infections are two relatively uncommon but important causes of peritonitis in patients undergoing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). The clinical features, diagnosis, and management of these two special forms of CAPD-related peritonitis are highlighted in this article.
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