Fournier's gangrene in a patient after third-degree burns: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Fournier's gangrene is characterized by tissue ischemia leading to rapidly progressing necrotizing fasciitis.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>We present the case of a patient with Fournier's gangre...

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Main Authors: Iavazzo Christos, Kalmantis Konstantinos, Anastasiadou Vasiliki, Mantzaris George, Koumpis Vallantis, Ntziora Fotinie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-05-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/3/1/7264
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Summary:<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Fournier's gangrene is characterized by tissue ischemia leading to rapidly progressing necrotizing fasciitis.</p> <p>Case presentation</p> <p>We present the case of a patient with Fournier's gangrene after third-degree burns. Clinical manifestations, laboratory results and treatment options are discussed.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>Fournier's gangrene is a surgical emergency. Although it can be lethal, it is still a challenging situation in the field of surgical infections.</p>
ISSN:1752-1947