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2011 Sep – Necrotizing soft-tissue infections [Review]

Ustin JS, Malangoni MA.; Crit Care Med. 2011 Sep;39(9):2156-62.
Objective: To provide a contemporary review of the diagnosis and management of necrotizing soft-tissue infections.

Data Sources: Scientific literature and internet sources.

Study Selection: Major articles of importance in this area.

Conclusions: The mortality for necrotizing soft-tissue infections appears to be decreasing, possibly due to improved recognition and earlier delivery of more effective therapy. Establishing a diagnosis and initiating treatment as soon as possible provides the best opportunity for a good outcome.

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