Necrotising fasciitis is a bacterial infection that causes the tissue to die, which in medical terms is called ‘necrotic’. In this article we explore what bacteria cause necrotising fasciitis, how … [Read more...]
Surgical Debridement of Necrotising Fasciitis
Necrotising fasciitis must be treated with surgical debridement, which means surgically removing the infected tissue. This is the only way to properly treat the condition. Treating necrotising … [Read more...]
Necrotising Fasciitis – The Need For A Quick Diagnosis
Necrotising fasciitis must be diagnosed and treated quickly. In this article we explore why a swift diagnosis is so important and what will happen if treatment is delayed. Why must necrotising … [Read more...]
Misdiagnoses of Necrotising Fasciitis
Necrotising fasciitis is often mistaken for other, more minor conditions. However, this will be very dangerous as necrotising fasciitis must be treated quickly if widespread damage is to be prevented. … [Read more...]
Necrotising Fasciitis and Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Necrotising fasciitis is often misdiagnosed by medical professionals. Cellulitis is the most common misdiagnosis, but occasionally doctors will believe a patient has Churg-Strauss syndrome, a rare … [Read more...]
Necrotising Fasciitis After Gallbladder Surgery
After undergoing gallbladder surgery, Joanna developed the severe flesh eating infection necrotising fasciitis. This led to terrible complications which could have been avoided had she been given … [Read more...]
Elderly Man Dies From Infected Pressure Sore
After being admitted to hospital following a fall, Ted developed a large pressure sore on his back. Healthcare professionals failed to treat it and the wound soon became infected. He died shortly … [Read more...]
Hysterectomy Patient Develops Necrotising Fasciitis
After having a hysterectomy, Paula developed a serious post-operative infection called necrotising fasciitis. Her symptoms were repeatedly ignored by nurses and by the time the infection was diagnosed … [Read more...]
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Flesh Eating Disease Leads To Loss Of Finger
After repeatedly seeking medical attention for a painful and discoloured finger, medical professionals finally realised Gary had necrotising fasciitis. By the time surgery was performed it was too … [Read more...]