In medicine, fasciitis refers to an inflammation of the fascia. In particular, it often refers to one of the following diseases: Fascia is a specialized connective tissue layer which surrounds muscles, bones, and joints, providing support and protection and giving structure to the body. ...
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare and often fatal soft-tissue infection involving the superficial fascial layers of the extremities, abdomen, or perineum.
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare entity in the pediatric population.
Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a life-threatening infection involving rapid necrosis of subcutaneous and fascial tissues.
Necrotizing fasciitis or fasciitis necroticans, is a rare infection of the deeper layers of skin and subcutaneous tissues (fascia).
Patients with necrotizing fasciitis typically have a fever and appear very ill. More severe cases progress within hours, and the death rate is high.
If necrotizing fasciitis is suspected, surgical exploration is always necessary, often resulting in aggressive debridement (removal of infected tissue).
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