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An unusual complication of missed appendicitis |
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| Authors: | Bentley J Bobrow MD Jerry Mohr MD FACS Charles V Pollack Jr MA MD FACEP |
| Institution: | a Departments of Emergency Medicine Maricopa Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona, USA b Department of Surgery, Maricopa Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona, USA |
| Abstract: | A case of necrotizing fasciitis complicating missed appendicitis with perforation and abscess formation in a 63-year-old diabetic is presented. The case emphasizes the importance of thorough, conservative evaluation and management in elderly diabetic patients. The ED management of patients with necrotizing fasciitis is also briefly reviewed. |
| Keywords: | appendicitis complications ruptured appendix necrotizing fasciitis diabetes mellitus complications |
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