Necrotising fasciitis post-trauma
- PMID: 39956560
- DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2024-262615
Necrotising fasciitis post-trauma
Abstract
The case involves a man in his 30s, otherwise healthy, who developed necrotising fasciitis (NF) after a minor injury. He presented with severe symptoms including intense pain, swelling and fever, which led to a rapid diagnosis confirmed through clinical evaluation and imaging. Immediate surgical intervention was performed to debride the affected tissue, and broad-spectrum antibiotics were administered to address the infection. The patient achieved full recovery within 2 weeks without complications, highlighting the crucial role of early diagnosis and aggressive treatment in managing NF effectively.
Keywords: Infections; Pain (neurology); Skin; Trauma.
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