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Ann Med Res. 2008; 15(3): 203-205


Retroperitoneal Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection Caused By A Shoulder Trauma: A Case Report

Zülfikar Karabulut*,  Tarkan Ergun**, Hatice Lakadamyalı**, Haluk Erdoğan***, Ege Ünalçın****, Gökhan Moray*

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Abstract


Necrotizing soft tissue infections are uncommon, rapidly progressive and life threatening characterized by subcutaneous tissue and fascial necrosis. Despite advances in modern medical therapy, the morbidity and mortality of retroperitoneal necrotizing soft tissue infections are still very high. Treatment principles include early diagnosis, repeated extensive debridement, broad spectrum antibiotics and supportive treatment. In this case report we discuss a necrotizing soft tissue infection involving retroperitoneal space after a shoulder trauma.

Key Words: Retroperitoneal space, Infection, Surgery






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