Necrotizing Fasciitis Co-existing With Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Case Report of a Diagnostic Dilemma.
| Autor: | Wadhwani N; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND., Bhola N; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND., Yelne P; Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND. |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Zdroj: | Cureus [Cureus] 2024 Jun 23; Vol. 16 (6), pp. e62947. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jun 23 (Print Publication: 2024). |
| DOI: | 10.7759/cureus.62947 |
| Abstrakt: | Necrotizing fasciitis is an uncommon yet highly dangerous bacterial infection characterized by rapid spread along the fascial planes and subcutaneous tissue, leading to extensive tissue necrosis and often resulting in death. The swift progression of necrosis can induce systemic sepsis, toxic shock syndrome, and multi-organ failure. While necrotizing fasciitis of the neck is rare, it typically originates from dental or pharyngeal sources. Successful treatment hinges on early diagnosis, appropriate antibiotic therapy, and surgical intervention for tissue debridement. This article presents the case of a 40-year-old individual with necrotizing fasciitis of the neck. We herein review the clinical features, pathogenesis, and treatment approach for the case. Rapid recovery necessitated comprehensive medical treatment targeting the underlying cause with aggressive supportive measures. Surgical intervention involved thorough debridement to remove necrotic tissue, irrigation with antiseptic solutions, and early application of topical antimicrobials. Competing Interests: Human subjects: Consent was obtained or waived by all participants in this study. Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work. (Copyright © 2024, Wadhwani et al.) |
| Databáze: | MEDLINE |
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