J Korean Soc Coloproctol.
1997 Dec;13(4):643-647.
Fournier's Gangrene: A report of one case
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- 1Department of Surgery, Eul ji Medical College, Korea.
Abstract
- Fournier's gangrene is a rare infection with high mortality rate. it consists of a mixed bacterial infectin of the skin, subcutaneous tissues and superficial fascia of the perinium and genitalia. Old patients especially with diabetes mellitus, alcoholism and maligancy are more affected. This disease requires prompt treatment: early diagnosis, broad spectrum antibiotic therapy, nutritional support and immediate extensive surgial debridement are necessary We report one case of Fournier's gangrene associated with diabetes mellitus.
