Necrotizing fasciitis after Plastibell circumcision

Jr Bliss D.P.; P. J. Healey; J. H T Waldhausen

doi:10.1016/s0022-3476(97)80078-9

Necrotizing fasciitis after Plastibell circumcision

Jr Bliss D.P., P. J. Healey, J. H T Waldhausen

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Abstract

Necrotizing fasciitis is a potentially life-threatening infection of subcutaneous tissues and Scarpa's fascia that rarely affects neonates. We report the occurrence of this devastating infection in two neonates after routine Plastibell circumcision. These case reports highlight the presentation and management of this complication after a relatively routine and frequently performed operation. This report also emphasizes the differences between cellulitis and necrotizing fasciitis and suggests strategies for management.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	459-462
Number of pages	4
Journal	Journal of Pediatrics
Volume	131
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/s0022-3476(97)80078-9
State	Published - 1997

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Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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