Affiliation:
1. MD. Universidad del Cauca
2. MD. Universidad Antonio Nariño
3. Universidad Libre
4. MD. Unidad Central del Valle del Cauca
5. Fundacioń Universitaria Juan N. Corpas
Abstract
Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is an entity that is part of the spectrum of necrotizing skin and soft tissue
infections (NSTI), characterized by extensive and rapidly progressive tissue destruction, accompanied by
signs of sepsis. It is classied as polymicrobial (type I) and monomicrobial (type II). The incidence is estimated at 0.3-15 cases
per 100,000 inhabitants. Early signs of the disease include swelling, pain, and erythema. Early diagnosis is imperative, which is
why prediction scales have been created, with LRINEC being the most widely used. Treatment has two fundamental pillars: early
surgical debridement to control the septic focus and broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy. However, despite advances in the
diagnosis and treatment of FN, its mortality continues to be around 25-35%.
Subject
Sensory Systems,Ophthalmology,Oral Surgery,General Dentistry,General Medicine,Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,General Medicine,Surgery,Otorhinolaryngology,Otorhinolaryngology,Microbiology (medical),Histology,Pathology and Forensic Medicine,Review and Exam Preparation,General Medicine,Equine
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