Necrotizing fasciitis after Plastibell circumcision.
J Pediatr
; 131(3): 459-62, 1997 Sep.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-9329429
ABSTRACT
Necrotizing fasciitis is a potentially life-threatening infection of subcutaneous tissues and Scarpa's fascia that rarely affects neonates. We report the occurrence of this devastating infection in two neonates after routine Plastibell circumcision. These case reports highlight the presentation and management of this complication after a relatively routine and frequently performed operation. This report also emphasizes the differences between cellulitis and necrotizing fasciitis and suggests strategies for management.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Penis
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Circumcision, Male
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Fasciitis, Necrotizing
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
Limits:
Humans
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Male
/
Newborn
Language:
En
Journal:
J Pediatr
Year:
1997
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Estados Unidos