Neonatal Zygomycotic Necrotizing Cellulitis

Overview

Journal Pediatrics

Specialty Pediatrics

Date 1986 Jul 1

PMID 3725478

Citations 4

Authors

C B White

P J. Barcia

J W BASS

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Abstract

Zygomycosis is a rare infection that should be suspected in any patient with a fulminant necrotizing cellulitis in an area recently covered with adhesive bandages or dressings. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for patient survival.

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