| Autor: |
Iavazzo Christos, Kalmantis Konstantinos, Anastasiadou Vasiliki, Mantzaris George, Koumpis Vallantis, Ntziora Fotinie |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2009 |
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| Zdroj: |
Journal of Medical Case Reports, Vol 3, Iss 1, p 7264 (2009) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
1752-1947 |
| DOI: |
10.1186/1752-1947-3-7264 |
| Popis: |
Abstract Introduction Fournier's gangrene is characterized by tissue ischemia leading to rapidly progressing necrotizing fasciitis. Case presentation We present the case of a patient with Fournier's gangrene after third-degree burns. Clinical manifestations, laboratory results and treatment options are discussed. Conclusion Fournier's gangrene is a surgical emergency. Although it can be lethal, it is still a challenging situation in the field of surgical infections. |
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