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This retrospective case series evaluated the use of perforator‐plus peninsular flaps (PPPF) and modified keystone flaps (MKF) in 10 patients with head and neck defects classified as “uneasy” under a descriptive framework. All flaps survived without complications, and scar outcomes were assessed using the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale ...
Chi Sun Yoon +4 more
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Abstract Human plasminogen (hPg) binding M‐protein (PAM) is a major virulence determinant of Group A Streptococcus (GAS). PAM contains irregularly spaced heptad repeats, particularly within its C‐ and D‐domains. Our recent cryo‐EM structure of PAM from GAS strain AP53 (PAMAP53) revealed that these repeats do not favor coiled‐coil formation, but instead
Olawole Ayinuola +3 more
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Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Lower Limb – A Prospective Study of Prognostic Factors Affecting Mortality [PDF]
Necrotizing fasciitis is a life and limb threatening soft tissue infection with a high mortality rate. This study tries to identify the possible risk factors that contribute to mortality in patients with necrotizing fasciitis involving a lower limb.
EK Chee, MK Kwan, EH Khoo
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Necrotizing fasciitis is an uncommon soft-tissue infection, associated with high morbidity and mortality. Early recognition and treatment are crucial for survival. Acinetobacter baumannii is rarely associated with necrotizing fasciitis.
Nupur Sinha +2 more
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Necrotizing fasciitis caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae has been described in Southeast Asia, but has only recently begun to emerge in North America. The hypermucoviscous strain of K.
Ng, Daniel, Frazee, Brad
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Outcomes of Civilian Penetrating Rectal Injuries Associated With Genitourinary and Bony Injuries
Extraperitoneal rectal injuries with associated bladder and/or bone injuries can be safely managed with fecal diversion, extraperitoneal bladder repair through cystostomy, and irrigation of bone and joint injuries, with minimal morbidity. ABSTRACT Background Combined rectal, bladder, and bone injuries are rare but associated with significant morbidity.
Terron Govender +5 more
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Case report: A rare case of simultaneous necrotizing fasciitis of the breast and forearm
Necrotizing fasciitis is an aggressive bacterial infection that causes necrosis of the fascia and subcutaneous tissues with rapid progression and high mortality.
Ruofei Xu, Tingting Fang, Weikang Cai
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Abstract Ten cases of necrotizing fasciitis are reviewed. Three patients died but only two of these deaths were due to uncontrolled septicaemia. All isolated organisms were sensitive to a combination of piperacillin and ampicillin which we now regard as the initial antibiotic combination of choice.
S K, Asfar +5 more
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Analysis of the Incidence and Severity of Cellulitis During the COVID‐19 Pandemic in Japan
ABSTRACT During the COVID‐19 pandemic, a decline in various infectious disease cases was observed. However, changes in dermatological infectious diseases, particularly cellulitis, and the potential impact of delayed consultations on severe cases have not been fully explored.
Tomoyo Sato +4 more
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