Necrotizing fasciitis and cardiac catheterization

Cutis. 2004 Jan;73(1):49-52.

Abstract

Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is an uncommon, life-threatening soft tissue infection characterized by rapidly spreading inflammation and necrosis of the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and fascia. We report a case of NF as a complication of cardiac catheterization. Familiarity with this entity may lead to earlier diagnosis and initiation of appropriate therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Cardiac Catheterization / adverse effects*
  • Cardiac Catheterization / methods
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Debridement / methods
  • Drug Therapy, Combination / therapeutic use
  • Fasciitis, Necrotizing / etiology*
  • Fasciitis, Necrotizing / therapy*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Groin
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Risk Assessment
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Streptococcal Infections / etiology*
  • Streptococcal Infections / physiopathology
  • Streptococcal Infections / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents