Necrotizing soft tissue infections: a review.

Ballesteros, JR. ; García-Tarriño, R. ; Ríos, M. ; Domingo, A. ; Rodríguez-Roiz, JM. ; Llusà-Pérez, M. ; García-Ramiro, S. ; Soriano-Viladomiu, A.

Resumen: Necrotizing soft tissue infections (NSTIs) constitute a rare condition, with morbidity and mortality rates that range between 25% and 76% according to the series. They may initially be confused with cellulitis, but progression is rapid and the outcome fatal in most cases. NSTIs are most common in patients with immunosuppression, diabetes mellitus, a history of splenectomy, drug use and advanced age but they may also occur in patients without relevant medical history. The outcome depends primarily on early diagnosis and treatment, and surgical debridement is at present the only modifiable prognostic
factor. However, at early stages, correct diagnosis remains a challenge; currently there is no foolproof diagnostic method, and on many occasions a high suspicion of the entity is necessary.

Idioma: Inglés

Año: 2016

Publicado en: International journal of advanced joint reconstruction 3, 1 (2016), 1-9
ISSN: 2385-7900

Tipo y forma: Artículo (Versión definitiva)