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Necrotizing fasciitis caused by klebsiella pneumoniae in a patient undergoing hemodialysis : a case report and literature review
Joint Authors
Source
Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal
Issue
Vol. 20, Issue 7 (31 Jul. 2018), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Publication Date
2018-07-31
Country of Publication
United Arab Emirates
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Introduction: Necrotizing fasciitis is not rare in clinical practice, but a Klebsiella pneumoniae-related is rare, especially in patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Many patients with necrotizing fasciitis have amiserable outcome even though they receive amputation.
Case Presentation: A 76-year-old male was initially admitted to the center due to suspected cellulitis in Taichung, Taiwan.
However, the treatment response was beyond expectation, and a plain film X-ray was performed on his leg.
To our surprise, it showed apparent gas and calciphylaxis.
Easy examination detected the severe disease.
Immediate surgical debridement was performed, and his legs and life were successfully saved, although the outcomes of the disease were miserable.
The tissue culture yielded Klebsiella pneumoniae.
This pathogen, related to necrotizing fasciitis, is rare in the currently published articles.
The possible risk factors were the endemic region, diabetes mellitus, calciphylaxis, old age, frequent iron supplements, and repeated tissue hypoperfusion during hemodialysis.
Conclusion: In conclusion,meticulously and timely diagnosed necrotizing fasciitis in high-risk groups is themost important factor to ensure a positive patient outcome
American Psychological Association (APA)
Tsai, Jun Li& Tsai, Shang Feng. 2018. Necrotizing fasciitis caused by klebsiella pneumoniae in a patient undergoing hemodialysis : a case report and literature review. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal،Vol. 20, no. 7, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-903589
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Tsai, Jun Li& Tsai, Shang Feng. Necrotizing fasciitis caused by klebsiella pneumoniae in a patient undergoing hemodialysis : a case report and literature review. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal Vol. 20, no. 7 (Jul. 2018), pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-903589
American Medical Association (AMA)
Tsai, Jun Li& Tsai, Shang Feng. Necrotizing fasciitis caused by klebsiella pneumoniae in a patient undergoing hemodialysis : a case report and literature review. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal. 2018. Vol. 20, no. 7, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-903589
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 3-4
Record ID
BIM-903589