1 Bile contains bile acids, which are critical for digestion and absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins in the small intestine. 2  Many waste products, including bilirubin, are eliminated from the body by secretion into bile and elimination in feces.
The most common risk factors for primary spontaneous peritonitis include: Liver disease with cirrhosis. Such disease often causes a buildup of abdominal fluid (ascites) that can become infected. Kidney failure getting peritoneal dialysis.t's linked to a higher risk of peritonitis due to accidental contamination of the peritoneum by way of the catheter. Common causes of secondary peritonitis include: 1  A ruptured appendix, diverticulum, or stomach ulcer. 2  Digestive diseases such as Crohn's disease and diverticulitis. 3  Pancreatitis.
1 Any of these conditions can allow bacteria to get into the peritoneum through a hole in your gastrointestinal tract. 2  Pancreatitis. 3  Inflammation of your pancreas (pancreatitis) complicated by infection may lead to peritonitis if the bacteria spread outside the pancreas. 4  Diverticulitis.ommon causes of ruptures that lead to peritonitis include: 1  Medical procedures, such as peritoneal dialysis. 2  A ruptured appendix, stomach ulcer or perforated colon. 3  Pancreatitis. 4  Diverticulitis. 5  Trauma.