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Racial disparities in patients with amputation in an acute care setting in the immediate postoperative period

PM&R, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Racial disparities are present in the U.S. medical system and lead to detrimental health outcomes and reduced quality of life for many patients. These can be seen in the increased number of amputations among patients from underrepresented minority groups, in addition to differences in access to appropriate rehabilitation care in ...
Antonio Mondríguez‐González, Rachel Xie, Rachel Esparza, Manasi Sheth, Mark Huang   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Molecular Characterization of the Group A Streptococcus Virulence‐Regulatory System FasBCAX

Molecular Microbiology, EarlyView.
The Fas system of the group A Streptococcus is comprised of three proteins (FasBCA) and a small regulatory RNA (FasX), and it represses adhesin production while also promoting the production of the spreading factor streptokinase. Here, we analyze the Fas proteins to assess how they positively regulate FasX production.
Sushila Baral, Roshika Roshika, Clay P. Renshaw, Ameya Singh, Ashna Prabhu, Ira Jain, Rebekah Woolsey, David Quilici, Yftah Tal‐Gan, Paul Sumby   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Antimicrobial‐Resistant Bacteria in Environmental Samples From a Rural District Focused on Large‐Scale Agricultural Production

Tropical Medicine &International Health, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Antimicrobial resistance is a growing concern, especially in regions with intense agricultural production. This study investigates the presence of antimicrobial‐resistant bacteria in Caramuru, Espírito Santo state, a rural district focused on large‐scale agricultural production in Brazil. Samples of water, soil, animal faeces and environmental
Davi Abreu Carvalho Mothé, Adryene Nunes Castro, Mariah Zanon Novaes, Francisco Ozório Bessa‐Neto, Rodrigo Cayô da Silva, Creuza Rachel Vicente, Glauciomar Buss, Sarah Santos Gonçalves, Kênia Valéria dos Santos   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Laboratory risk indicators for acute necrotizing fasciitis in the emergency setting

Journal of Acute Disease, 2016
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare bacterial skin condition which forms a major diagnostic challenge and is associated with poor prognosis unless promptly treated.
Syed Shayan Ali, Fatimah Lateef
doaj   +1 more source

A Rare Case of Pyoderma Gangrenosum as a Complication of Ulcerative Colitis: A Case Report and Literature Review

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 10, October 2025.
ABSTRACT This case highlights pyoderma gangrenosum, a rare but serious extraintestinal manifestation of ulcerative colitis, especially in patients presenting with atypical skin ulcers and a history of inflammatory bowel disease. The pathergy phenomenon and lesions were crucial diagnostic clues, and early recognition, along with prompt initiation of ...
Amin Shah, Anubhav Sharma, Agnimshwor Dahal, Prinsa Shrestha, Rahul Parajuli, Rebicca Pradhan, Bibek Shrestha   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Rare Breast Emergency: A Case of Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Breast in a Lactating Patient

European Journal of Breast Health
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare but potentially lethal infection of the skin and soft tissue, commonly seen in the perianal and gluteal regions. Concomitant diabetes is a predisposing factor. Primary necrotizing fasciitis of the breast is rare in healthy
Gökhan Giray Akgül, Sümeyra Güler, Simay Akyüz, Duygu Bayram, İbrahim Burak Bahçecioğlu, Müjdat Turan, Hikmet Erhan Güven, Mehmet Ali Gülçelik, Kerim Bora Yılmaz   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

A Case of Postsurgical Necrotizing Fasciitis Invading the Rectus Abdominis Muscle and Review of the Literature

Case Reports in Medicine, 2014
Necrotizing fasciitis is a life-threatening, soft tissue infection and an early diagnosis is needed to permit a prompt surgical and medical intervention.
Francesco Carbonetti, Antonio Cremona, Marco Guidi, Valentina Carusi   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Two cases analysis of streptococcal toxin shock syndrome and necrotizing fasciitis caused by streptococcus pyogenes

生物医学转化, 2023
Objective To explore the therapeutic method of streptococcal toxin shock syndrome and necrotizing fasciitis caused by streptococcus pyogenes. Methods We retrospectively reviewed 2 cases of streptococcus pyogenes infection, summarize the treatment ...
Liu Xiaofeng, Zheng Yongqiang, Lin Liang, Lin Zhenyu, Zhang Jinshan   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Necrotizing Fasciitis of Eyelid in Children: A Rare Complication of Varicella Infection

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 10, October 2025.
ABSTRACT Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) of the eyelid is an extremely rare but severe complication of varicella zoster virus (VZV) infection in children. We present a case of an 8‐year‐old girl who developed necrotizing fasciitis of the left eyelid following varicella infection.
Govinda Bhandari, Himal Acharya, Richa Paudyal   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Necrotizing Faciitis after Shoulder Mobilization and Intra-Articular Infiltration with Betametasone

Acta Médica Portuguesa, 2013
Necrotizing Fasciitis is a rapidly progressive, potentially fatal infection of superficial fasciae and subcutaneous tissue, usually resulting from an inciting trauma to the skin.
Joana Bento-Rodrigues, Fernando Judas, Jorge Pedrosa Rodrigues, João Oliveira, Pedro Simões, Francisco Lucas, António Pais Lopes   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source