Labiofacial necrotizing fasciitis: a case report

Necrotizing fasciitis (FN) is a rapidly progressive infection of the deeper tissues with destruction of muscle fascia and a high mortality rate. It is extremely rare and usually it is related to immunosuppression or other systemic debilitating conditions. A 26-year-old white male presented with upper lip edema, with phlogistic signs and infiltration through the infraorbital space along with the presence of tissue necrosis. According to the report, the condition was marked by rapid progression, and the initial manifestation was an acnelike lesion.
Source: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research