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Cervical necrotizing fasciitis with facial nerve paralysis
Amed Al-Ammar1, Suhail Maqbool Mir
1Department of Otolaryngology, King Saud University, Faculty of Medicine, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. ahmedalammar@hotmail.com
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|August 21, 2004
Summary
Necrotizing fasciitis (NF), a severe infection, can lead to high mortality. This case report details a rare instance of cervical NF complicated by facial nerve paralysis, emphasizing the need for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Neurology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a rapidly progressive bacterial infection with high mortality rates.
- Risk factors include diabetes mellitus, surgery, trauma, and existing infections.
- Prompt recognition and aggressive management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- This report details a rare case of cervical necrotizing fasciitis.
- The infection was complicated by facial nerve paralysis.
- Nerve paralysis can indicate deeper tissue involvement.
Findings:
- Cervical necrotizing fasciitis is an uncommon presentation of this aggressive infection.
- Facial nerve paralysis is a rare complication of cervical necrotizing fasciitis.
- The case highlights the potential for NF to affect cranial nerves.
Implications:
- Early detection of NF, especially in the cervical region, is vital.
- Facial nerve paralysis in NF warrants thorough investigation for deeper infection.
- This case expands the understanding of NF's neurological complications.