Necrotising Fasciitis Flashcards
1
Q
Which type is monomicrobial and what is the causitive bacteria ?
A
Type II
Strep. Pyogenes
2
Q
Which type is multi microbial and what are the causitive bacteria ?
A
Type I Streptococci Staphlococci or Gram -ve bacilli Clostridium
3
Q
What are the signs and symptoms ?
A
Rapid onset Erythema Extensive oedema Pain Haemorrhagic Bullae
4
Q
What would the treatment be ?
A
Antibiotics
Surgical debridement
