Necrotizing fasciitis of the external genitalia following traditional circumcision.
Niger J Med
; 14(4): 429-30, 2005.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Necrotizing fasciitis of the external genitalia is not common in children, and is particularly unusual after circumcision.METHOD:
A case report of necrotizing fasciitis of the external genitalia in a one month old boy with discussion of relevant literature.RESULT:
A one-month-old boy presented with necrotizing fasciitis of the external genitalia following traditional circumcision. Treatment consisted of early administration of intravenous broad-spectrum antibiotics and debridement. Skin grafting was not necessary as the wound contracted and healed by secondary intention with minimal scarring.CONCLUSION:
Early institution of appropriate antibiotics and debridement should prevent morbidity and mortality from this uncommon condition.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Circuncisão Masculina
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Fasciite Necrosante
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Doenças dos Genitais Masculinos
Limite:
Humans
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Male
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Newborn
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2005
Tipo de documento:
Article