Case Report: Necrotizing fasciitis of the neck with odontogenic origin

Abstract

Necrotizing fasciitis is a severe and rare infectious disease. There is extensive necrosis of subcutaneous tissues and fascia layers, and gangrene. To reduce mortality, a rapid diagnosis, aggressive surgical treatment, and appropriate antibiotic therapy are essential. Usually, the underlying cause is dental and especially common in immunologically compromised patients. This case report is an example managed by the authors.

Keywords

• cervical necrotizing fasciitis
• infection
• immunology
• depressed patients