[Neglected peritonitis].

The analysis of 130 cases of neglected peritonitis shows the seriousness of the disease, that increases considerably with the time elapsed from the onset of the disease till the admission into the hospital. The peritonitis may have different causes, the most frequent ones being acute appendicitis and perforating ulcer. The related affections, when present, amplify, modify or, on the contrary make the symptoms confused. When a neglected peritonitis is suspected, the surgery is required, followed by an intensive treatment afterwards.