Fournier's gangrene

Abstract

Fournier's gangrene is a synergistic polymicrobial necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum and genitalia. It can progress to a fulminant soft tissue infection that spreads rapidly along the fascial planes, causing necrosis of the skin, subcutaneous soft tissue, and fascia, with associated systemic sepsis. If it is not diagnosed early and treated promptly, significant morbidity with prolonged hospital stay and even mortality will ensue. © 2007 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg.