Myonecrosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the onset of myonecrosis?
A
- Rapid evolution <24 hours
2
Q
What are the two types of myonecrosis ?
A
Two types
- Non- Clostridial myonecrosis
- Clostridial cellulitis – clostridial myonecrosis – gas gangrene
3
Q
How to diagnose
A
- Xray – you can see gas within the tissue (not always)
- CT/MRI
- Microscopy
- Biochemistry