title: [Necrotizing fasciitis. Case report and review of literature].
abstract: Necrotizing fasciits (NF) is a rapidly progressive disease characterized by extensive necrosis of the fascia, skin, and subcutaneous tissue, with characteristical sparing of the underlying muscle. It is considered to be a rare entity and is associated with a high mortality rate since early recognition and treatment are not provided. Extensive surgical debridement of all necrotic tissues and appropriate antimicrobial treatment are the cornerstones for a successful treatment. We present a case of NF in a 36-year-old man and discuss it's pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and the best therapeutic choice for this potential life threatening disease.
authors.affiliation: Unidade de Terapia Intensiva do Instituto de Infectologia Emílio Ribas, São Paulo.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Sztajnbok
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sztajnbok
authors.forename: P C
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Marotto
authors.forename: A C
authors.initials: AC
authors.lastname: Seguro
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003646:Debridement; D019115:Fasciitis, Necrotizing / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
vernacular_title: Fasciíte necrotizante. Relato de caso e revisão de literatura.