Necrotising fascitis caused by Vibrio vulnificus in a child without known risk factors

Shun Chiu; Cheng Hsun Chiu; Tang Her Jaing; Kao Jung Chang; Tzou Yien Lin

doi:10.1007/s00431-002-0975-z

Necrotising fascitis caused by Vibrio vulnificus in a child without known risk factors

Shun Chiu, Cheng Hsun Chiu, Tang Her Jaing, Kao Jung Chang, Tzou Yien Lin

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This case report describes necrotising fasciitis caused by Vibrio vulnificus in a child without pre-existing risk factors. Treatment with ceftazidime and doxycycline, along with surgical débridement, were successful. Early diagnosis and expeditious surgical intervention are life-saving for patients with such infections.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	464-465
Number of pages	2
Journal	European Journal of Pediatrics
Volume	161
Issue number	8
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s00431-002-0975-z
Publication status	Published - 2002
Externally published	Yes

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Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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