Iavazzo C, Kalmantis K, Anastasiadou V, Mantzaris G, Koumpis V, Ntziora F. Fournier's gangrene in a patient after third-degree burns: a case report.
J Med Case Rep 2009;
3:7264. [PMID:
19830156 PMCID:
PMC2726546 DOI:
10.1186/1752-1947-3-7264]
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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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