Abstract
rvical necrotizing fasciitis (CNF) is a severe acute poly bacteria
infection of the fascia plane of the head and neck region. It is
usually associated with rapid and extensive fascia necrosis,
necrosis of the overlying skin and the vasculature and severe
systemic toxicity. We present the case of a 60-year old female
nomad with undiagnosed pulmonary tuberculosis with CNF
arising from a possible insect bite. Intravenous antibiotics, anti
Koch’s and high protein, high calorie diet, in addition to
aggressive and repeated surgical debridement were used to
manage this patient with good result. The challenge of managing
this patient is discussed in line with the existing literature.
2005-03-07
Amusa YB, Akinpelu VO, Awe AA, Ogunrombi AB, Adesunkanmi ARK. Necrotizing Fasciitis In A Nomad With Undiagnosed Pulmonary Tuberculosis: A Case Report. Nig J Otorhinolaryngol 2005; 2(1): 37-40
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Articles
Vol. 2 Issue No. 1 March 2005
/ ArticleNecrotizing Fasciitis In A Nomad With Undiagnosed Pulmonary Tuberculosis: A Case Report
Amusa YB
Department of Surgery, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife; Osun State. Nigeria
yamusa@oauife.edu.ng
Akinpelu VO
Awe AA
Ogunrombi AB
Adesunkanmi ARK