title: Fournier's syndrome following anorectal examination and mucosal biopsy.
abstract: We have presented a rare instance of Fournier's synergistic gangrene following anorectal examination and biopsy. Early diagnosis and extensive debridement were necessary. Extensive debridement necessitated a significant reconstruction task. This technique of genital reconstruction should be familiar to surgeons dealing with colonic and rectal disease.
mesh_terms: D001003:Anal Canal; D001706:Biopsy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003646:Debridement; D005734:Gangrene / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D005832:Genital Diseases, Male / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007413:Intestinal Mucosa / Q000473:pathology*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010808:Physical Examination; D012007:Rectum; D012611:Scrotum / Q000601:surgery; D013577:Syndrome