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Prem Shankar Chaurasiya1, Shekhar Gurung2, Saurab Karki3
1Kalaiya Provincial Hospital, Bara, Nepal.
Introduction And Importance:
Necrotizing fasciitis is usually a polymicrobial infection and odontogenic source is usually the foci for infection in the neck region. Cervical necrotizing fasciitis due to Pseudomonas is a rare and potentially fatal complication in diabetic patients. The study highlights the importance of early intervention to improve the outcome of the patient.
Case Presentation:
We report a case of a 48-year female who presented with neck pain for 10 days. On further investigations, she had diabetic ketoacidosis, and a culture of the wound showed Pseudomonas. With appropriate antibiotics and surgical intervention, her condition gradually improved.
Clinical Discussion:
Necrotizing fasciitis in the neck region with Pseudomonas without odontogenic infections is a rare occurrence. Early medical and surgical intervention leads to a better outcome. The location of the infection and its extensions can affect the prognosis.
Conclusion:
Physicians should be aware of cervical necrotizing fasciitis as a complication in diabetic ketoacidosis and install early treatment to improve survivability and the outcome.
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