Ultrasound in the diagnosis of Fournier's gangrene.
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
International journal of critical illness and injury science
Abstract
Fournier's gangrene (FG) is a life-threatening, rapidly progressive necrotizing infection. If not recognized and treated early, it is associated with high morbidity and mortality. The classic physical exam findings of crepitus are seen in approximately two-thirds of patients during the early stages of FG. Focused bedside sonography performed in cases of suspected gangrene represents an excellent adjunct in confirming the presence of subcutaneous gas and other signs of necrotizing infection. We present an illustrative case of a patient with FG who was evaluated with focused bedside ultrasonography.
First Page
104
Last Page
106
DOI
10.4103/2229-5151.97276
Publication Date
5-1-2012
Recommended Citation
Kube E, Stawicki SP, Bahner DP. Ultrasound in the diagnosis of Fournier's gangrene. Int J Crit Illn Inj Sci. 2012 May;2(2):104-6. doi: 10.4103/2229-5151.97276. PMID: 22837898; PMCID: PMC3401814.