Management of unusual genital lymphedema complication after Fournier’s gangrene: a case report

Management of unusual genital lymphedema complication after Fournier’s gangrene: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Fournier’s gangrene is a bacterial infection characterized by necrotizing fasciitis, skin and soft tissue involvement, and eventually myositis of the perineal region. Aggressive debridement of devitalized tissue and overlying skin is...

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Main Authors: Meyer Ganz Oanna, Gumener Raphaël, Gervaz Pascal, Schwartz Julien, Pittet-Cuénod Brigitte
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-12-01
Series:BMC Surgery
Subjects:
Fournier’s gangrene
Penile lymphedema
Negative pressure wound therapy
Perineal reconstruction
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2482/12/26

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