by Extivita | Nov 25, 2018 | Necrotizing Fasciitis
Abstract: Necrotizing fasciitis is a dangerous bacterial infectious disease that is not commonplace in Czech society. On the other hand, neither is it so rare that the majority of surgeons should not come across it occasionally. In the early stages, pathological...
by Extivita | Jan 5, 2018 | Necrotizing Fasciitis
Abstract: Necrotising soft tissue infection, or necrotising fasciitis, is a rapidly progressing disease requiring immediate diagnosis and treatment consisting of antimicrobial therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, debridement surgery and treatment in the intensive care unit....
by Extivita | Dec 28, 2017 | Necrotizing Fasciitis
Abstract: Necrotizing soft tissue infections (NSTI) are rare but potentially lethal disorders, and adequate management is time- and resource-demanding. This study aims to assess whether variations in the treatment modalities – surgery, hyperbaric oxygen (HBO₂)...
by Extivita | Oct 7, 2017 | Necrotizing Fasciitis
Abstract: Not enough is known regarding the prognosis and treatment of necrotising soft tissue infections (NSTIs). Mortality has been shown to be 25%-35%, with survivors coping with amputations and prolonged rehabilitation. This study will evaluate soluble...
by Extivita | Sep 21, 2017 | Necrotizing Fasciitis
Abstract: We present a case report on the successful healing of a Pseudomonas infection wound in a 52-year-old female with morbid obesity, noninsulin dependent diabetes mellitus and a history of tobacco use, who presented with Stage IIIA (T3, N2, Mo) infiltrating...
by Extivita | Sep 2, 2017 | Necrotizing Fasciitis
Abstract: The nitric oxide system could play an important role in the pathophysiology related to necrotizing soft tissue infection (NSTI). Accordingly, we investigated the association between plasma nitrite level at admission and the presence of septic shock in...
