Novel Clinical Risk Scoring Model for Predicting Amputation in Patients With Necrotizing Fasciitis: The ANF Risk Scoring System

Background: Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a life-threatening infection of the skin and soft tissue that spreads quickly and requires immediate surgery and medical treatment. Amputation or radical debridement of necrotic tissue is generally always required. The risks and benefits of both the surgical...

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Main Authors: Natthaya Chaomuang, Patcharin Khamnuan, Nipaporn Chuayunan, Acharaporn Duangjai, Surasak Saokaew, Pochamana Phisalprapa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmed.2021.719830/full