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[Multiple retrofascial abscesses caused by staphylococcal sepsis].

M Cornacchiari1, E Rinaldi, M Corti

  • 1Divisione Medica I, U.S.S.L. n. 72, Ospedale Fornaroli, Magenta, Milano.

Minerva Medica
|December 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This case report details multiple retrofacial abscesses caused by Staphylococcus aureus septic embolization from a leg ulcer. Computed tomography proved useful for diagnosis and monitoring, with favorable outcomes from medical therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Radiology
  • Musculoskeletal System

Background:

  • Multiple retrofacial abscesses are rare clinical presentations.
  • Septic embolization is a potential complication of localized infections.
  • Staphylococcus aureus is a common pathogen in soft tissue infections.