Pyoderma gangrenosum presenting as Fournier's gangrene.

Baskin, L S; Dixon, C; Stoller, M L; Carroll, P R · J Urol · 1990

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We report a case of pyoderma gangrenosum presenting as Fournier's gangrene. Although both processes have a similar presentation effective management is markedly different. Whereas broad-spectrum antibiotics and aggressive surgical débridement are necessary to control Fournier's gangrene, immediate institution of corticosteroids and local wound care are indicated for pyoderma gangrenosum.

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