title: Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Abdominal Wall in a Premature Infant: A Case Study.
abstract: We present a first report of necrotizing fasciitis of the abdominal wall in a 23-day-of-age, former 32-week-gestation premature infant. She was successfully treated with antibiotics without the need for initial debridement. After reviewing the etiology of necrotizing fasciitis, we discuss the unique aspects of this case, including the noninvasive approach to initial treatment, which we consider significantly contributed to her survival.
authors.forename: Michael
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Narvey
authors.forename: Paul
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Byrne
authors.forename: Debbie
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Fraser
mesh_terms: D034861:Abdominal Wall / Q000473:pathology; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D000072700:Conservative Treatment / Q000379:methods*; D019115:Fasciitis, Necrotizing / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents