Cervical necrotizing fasciitis in infant: case report

Introduction: Necrotizing fasciitis is a bacterial infection characterized by extensive necrosis of tissues, and may include skin and muscles. It's more frequent in adults than in children and generally involves the trunk and extremities. Head and neck area is less commonly affected. The most f...

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Main Authors: Schiavetto, Renata Rennó, Cancian, Lauana R. L., Haber, Daniel Martiniano, Maniglia, Mauricio Pereira, Maniglia, Claudia Pereira, Fernandes, Atílio M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Thieme Revinter Publicações Ltda. 2008-12-01
Series:International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology
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Online Access:http://www.arquivosdeorl.org.br/conteudo/acervo_eng.asp?Id=580