Craniocervical necrotizing fasciitis with hepatitis and diabetes mellitus
Journal Title: JOURNAL OF ADVANCES IN BIOLOGY - Year 2016, Vol 9, Issue 3
Abstract
Craniocervical necrotizing fasciitis is an uncommon but aggressive infection with high mortality. The aim of this article is to review a case of severe and extensive craniocervical necrotizing fasciitis (CCNF) worsened by hepatitis and diabetes mellitus in a 32-year-old man, with a successful outcome involving early diagnosis by CT scan, broad-spectrum antibiotics, multidisciplinary treatment, multiple surgical debridement, essential intensive medical care and efficient emergency services.
Authors and Affiliations
Shan Chen, M. D Leihui Chen, Chongjin Feng
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- EP ID EP654527
- DOI 10.24297/jab.v9i3.6524
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