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Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier's Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies
Abstract
Fournier's gangrene is a rapidly progressing necrotizing fasciitis affecting the perineal, perianal, and genital regions. It is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt diagnosis and aggressive treatment. This case report describes an 82-year-old male with multiple comorbidities, including inoperable colon cancer, COPD, hypertension, and diabetes, who presented with severe testicular pain and systemic symptoms. Initial treatment included broad-spectrum antibiotics and extensive surgical debridement. The patient underwent multiple debridement and skin grafting for scrotal reconstruction. Perioperative cultures identified polymicrobial infection, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli. The patient's condition improved with tailored antibiotic therapy and supportive care, leading to discharge after 38 days. Early recognition and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Fournier's gangrene, given its high mortality rate. This case highlights the importance of comprehensive care in improving patient outcomes
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Emergency Medicine
Journal Section
Case Report
Publication Date
March 18, 2025
Submission Date
May 25, 2024
Acceptance Date
July 25, 2024
Published in Issue
Year 2025 Volume: 8 Number: 1
APA
Özdemir, S., & Algın, A. (2025). Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi, 8(1), 61-65. https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF
AMA
1.Özdemir S, Algın A. Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi. 2025;8(1):61-65. https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF
Chicago
Özdemir, Serdar, and Abdullah Algın. 2025. “Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies”. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi 8 (1): 61-65. https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF.
EndNote
Özdemir S, Algın A (March 1, 2025) Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi 8 1 61–65.
IEEE
[1]S. Özdemir and A. Algın, “Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies”, Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 61–65, Mar. 2025, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF
ISNAD
Özdemir, Serdar - Algın, Abdullah. “Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies”. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi 8/1 (March 1, 2025): 61-65. https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF.
JAMA
1.Özdemir S, Algın A. Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi. 2025;8:61–65.
MLA
Özdemir, Serdar, and Abdullah Algın. “Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies”. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi, vol. 8, no. 1, Mar. 2025, pp. 61-65, https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF.
Vancouver
1.Serdar Özdemir, Abdullah Algın. Polymicrobial Infections in Fournier’s Gangrene: A Case Report and Review of Management Strategies. Tıp Fakültesi Klinikleri Dergisi [Internet]. 2025 Mar. 1;8(1):61-5. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA95ET58KF