STREPTOCOCCAL MYONECROSIS
Anaerobic Streptocci can cause gas formation.
The necrosis that occurs is very similar to that seen in
Clostroidial Gas Gangrene.
It occurs after an incubation period of 3-4 days
There is swelling and oedema,
There may also be a purulent exudate, pain develops
very rapidly,
Crepitus is felt and gas can be demonstrated in the
subcutaneous tissue or in the muscles (X RAY).
TREATMENT
Multiple incisions.
Drainage
Antibiotics
Any questions be sent to drmmkapur@gmail.com.
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Anaerobic Streptocci can cause gas formation.
The necrosis that occurs is very similar to that seen in
Clostroidial Gas Gangrene.
It occurs after an incubation period of 3-4 days
There is swelling and oedema,
There may also be a purulent exudate, pain develops
very rapidly,
Crepitus is felt and gas can be demonstrated in the
subcutaneous tissue or in the muscles (X RAY).
TREATMENT
Multiple incisions.
Drainage
Antibiotics
Any questions be sent to drmmkapur@gmail.com.
All earlier posts are stored in archives for your access and review.
Visitors that follow the site may post contributions to the site.
For provider/consumer convergence visit http://bit.ly/cPTh6f
http://www.otmanage.blogspot.com/
Click on image to see detail
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