Abstract
Necrotizing fasciitis of the chest wall is rare and associated with high mortality. Herein we present a patient with necrotizing fasciitis who was managed successfully with aggressive surgical debridement combined with an aeration system that provided effective aeration and drainage of the infected tissues.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1973-1974 |
Journal | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery |
Volume | 86 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |