MEDizzy Journalover 1 year ago

Necrotising Fasciitis Of The Upper Extremity

Necrotising fasciitis is a rare bacterial infection that spreads quickly and can cause death. The bacteria can enter the skin through cuts and scrapes, burns, insect bites, puncture wounds and surgical wounds. Physical findings of necrotising fasciitis may resemble benign, low-grade cellulitis. Radical debridement of skin, fascia, fat and muscle within 24 hours of admission …Click to read more...