Korean J Obstet Gynecol.
2002 May;45(5):884-887.
A case of Necrotizing Fascitis after Cesarean Section
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Obstetrics and gynecology, Medical collage of Catholic University, Seoul, Korea.
- 2Department of Pathology, Medical collage of Catholic University, Seoul, Korea.
- 3Department of St. Paul Hospital, Medical collage of Catholic University, Seoul, Korea.
Abstract
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The necrotizing fascitis, that develops after a Cesarean section, is acknowledged as a rare complication due to the development of antibiotics. Having a very high mortality rate, the only way to prevent the septic shock and the impairment of the cardiopulomary function is the use of adequate antibiotics, the infusion of IV fluids, a radical section of the necrotized fascia and a through cleansing. We have an experience in treating a primipara who had a necrotic fascitis after Cesarean section, and therefore, report this case with the review of articles enclosed.