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  • Title: Diagnosis and management of necrotizing fasciitis.
    Author: Hunter J, Quarterman C, Waseem M, Wills A.
    Journal: Br J Hosp Med (Lond); 2011 Jul; 72(7):391-5. PubMed ID: 21841612.
    Abstract:
    Necrotizing fasciitis is a rapidly progressive, life-threatening soft tissue infection which is rapidly fatal unless diagnosed promptly and treated with immediate debridement of necrotic tissue. As early clinical suspicion is paramount to improved survival, this review aims to increase awareness of the condition.
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