| Treatment of two cases of Fournier's gangrene and review of the literature. | |
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PMID: 23164064 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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Abstract Fournier's gangrene is a rare polymicrobial necrotising soft tissue infection affecting the perineum and scrotum. It is rapidly progressive, destructive and associated with high morbidity and mortality. Management protocol includes prompt diagnosis, early institution of antibiotic therapy and adequate wound debridement, usually requiring multiple operations. Rapid accurate diagnosis is crucial for successful outcome, while early aggressive surgical intervention together with fluid, hemodynamic and nutritional support and broad-spectrum antibiotics are essential to reduce mortality. Dermatologists are often the first specialist consulted. We report two cases of Fournier's Gangrene. The aim of our report is to underline the importance of an immediate diagnostic approach to save patients, favoured by a close collaboration between dermatologist, surgeon and urologist. |
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Rubegni Pietro; Lamberti Arianna; Natalini Ylenia; Fimiani Michele |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2012-11-19 |
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Title: The Journal of dermatological treatment Volume: - ISSN: 1471-1753 ISO Abbreviation: J Dermatolog Treat Publication Date: 2012 Nov |
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Created Date: 2012-11-20 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8918133 Medline TA: J Dermatolog Treat Country: - |
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Languages: ENG Pagination: - Citation Subset: - |
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Department of Clinical Medicine and Immunological Sciences, Dermatology Section, University of Siena, Italy. |
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