Necrotizing Fasciitis: When skin confuses - An autopsy case report

Necrotizing Fasciitis (NF) is a severe life-threatening soft tissue infection characterized by the rapid destruction of muscle, fat and fascial layers. This report details an autopsy case report of a 40year old male, unclaimed body lacking the complete history except that given by the Police personnel accompanying in which there is no prior history of trauma. This person succumbed to septic shock secondary to NF, despite clinical interventions. This case emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and the need for heightened clinical awareness to improve patient outcomes.