title: Nursing management of necrotising fasciitis.
abstract: Necrotising fasciitis is a soft tissue infection often caused by two or more bacteria, most commonly Group A streptococcus bacteria. This article provides an overview of the symptoms, treatment and nursing care of patients with necrotising fasciitis. Psychosocial considerations, public perceptions, consent and advocacy are also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Carmarthanshire, Wales. sue@gully.totalserve.co.uk
authors.forename: Susan
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Gully
mesh_terms: D001294:Attitude to Health; D019115:Fasciitis, Necrotizing / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000382:microbiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D005239:Fear; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D008402:Mass Media; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011788:Quality of Life; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing