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Nonclostridial cellulitis with subcutaneous emphysema.

J M Davis1, G Kugler, B P Nixon

  • 1Department of Surgery, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona.

The Journal of Foot Surgery
|January 1, 1992
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Nonclostridial cellulitis with gas formation in the foot is rarely documented but may be common. This review covers its causes, diagnosis, and treatment, including a case study of a diabetic patient.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Podiatric Medicine
  • Diabetic Foot Complications

Background:

  • Nonclostridial cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection.
  • Gas formation (emphysematous change) in soft tissues is a rare complication.
  • Plantar foot infections present unique diagnostic and management challenges.

Observation:

  • A case of nonclostridial cellulitis with gas in the plantar foot tissues is presented.
  • This condition is seldomly reported in medical literature.
  • The authors suggest the event may be more common than reported.

Findings:

  • The review details the etiology of nonclostridial cellulitis with gas formation.
  • Diagnostic criteria and imaging modalities are discussed.
  • Treatment strategies, including surgical and antimicrobial approaches, are outlined.

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Implications:

  • Increased awareness of this rare presentation is crucial for timely diagnosis.
  • Prompt treatment can prevent severe complications in patients, especially diabetics.
  • Further research is needed to understand the true incidence and optimal management.