Periorbital necrotizing fasciitis : clinical perspectives on nine cases
Oliver-Gutierrez, David (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Departament de Cirurgia)
Van der Veen, R. L. P (Centre d'Oftalmologia Barraquer (Barcelona, Catalunya))
Ros-Sanchez, Elena (Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron)
Segura-Duch, Gloria (Centre d'Oftalmologia Barraquer (Barcelona, Catalunya))
Alonso, Tirso (Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron)
Herranz Cabarcos, Alejandra (Hospital de Sant Joan Despí Moisès Broggi)
Matas, Jessica (Hospital Clínic i Provincial de Barcelona)
Castro Seco, Roberto (Institut de Recerca Sant Pau)
Arcediano, Miguel Ángel (Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron)
Zapata, Miguel Angel (Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron)
Oliveres, Joan (Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron)

Date:	2024
Abstract:	A multicenter review of Periorbital Necrotizing Fasciitis including nine cases, aged 41 to 82, mostly female, and mainly post-traumatic or idiopathic. Streptococcus pyogenes was the most frequent pathogen. Treatment involved debridement alongside antibiotic therapy in all cases. Two cases experienced toxic shock, with no fatalities. Visual outcomes varied from exenteration to preserved visual acuity with minimal aesthetic impact. Early detection and prompt intervention are paramount due to the significant risks associated with this condition, which may lead to severe complications ranging from vision loss to systemic decline or death.
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Language:	Anglès
Document:	Article ; recerca ; Versió acceptada per publicar
Subject:	Necrosis ; Periorbital cellulitis ; Periorbital necrotizing fasciitis ; Periorbital necrotizing soft tissue infections ; Streptococcus pyogenes
Published in:	European journal of clinical microbiology & infectious diseases, Vol. 43, Núm. 10 (July 2024) , p. 2053-2059, ISSN 1435-4373

DOI: 10.1007/s10096-024-04908-6

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