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ArticleCureus2024

Fournier's Gangrene in an Elderly Male: A Case Report.

Shalondria J Sears, Katherine Menendez, Beatriz Cobo Dominguez, Brendan Chernicki, Jessica Caushi, Rebecca Cherner

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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6 authors.

Shalondria J SearsFamily Medicine, Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Boca Raton, USA.
Katherine MenendezFamily Medicine, Broward Health Medical Center, Fort Lauderdale, USA.
Beatriz Cobo DominguezFamily Medicine, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Nova Southeastern University, Clearwater, USA.
Brendan ChernickiFamily Medicine, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA.
Jessica CaushiFamily Medicine, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA.
Rebecca ChernerFamily Medicine, Broward Health Medical Center, Fort Lauderdale, USA.

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Abstract

Fournier's gangrene (FG) is a rapidly progressing necrotizing soft tissue infection of the perineum with potential multiorgan involvement, posing significant mortality risks. This case report highlights the clinical presentation, potential risk factors, and emphasizes the critical necessity of immediate antibiotic therapy and surgical debridement, regardless of the causative agents involved. We also aim to provide new images to better visualize a diagnosis of Fournier's gangrene. We present the case of a 65-year-old male with a history of self-care neglect, hypertension, and extensive tobacco use. The patient presented to the emergency department exhibiting classical symptoms of systemic illness, necessitating a collaborative diagnostic and therapeutic approach involving various medical specialties including family medicine, urology, general surgery, interventional radiology, infectious disease, pharmacy, intensive care, social service, and palliative care teams. Despite aggressive interventions during his 24-day hospitalization, the patient's clinical condition progressively deteriorated. This case underscores the significance of early detection, timely intervention, and interdisciplinary cooperation in optimizing outcomes for patients with Fournier's gangrene.

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emergent general surgeryfournier's gangrene (fg)genital infectionnecrotizing fasciitis (nf)tissue necrosis

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PMCPMC11304407

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