A Case of Cervical Necrotizing Fasciitis

Abstract

A 58-year-old woman receiving hemodialysis due to diabetes-associated chronic renal failure was referred to us because of painful, swollen erythema on the face and neck. Partial necrosis of the upperlip and right neck developed 5 days afterthe rst admission. The lesions were diagnosed as cervical necrotizing fasciitis. Debridement was immediately performed. Subsequent debridement,topical application of 10% povidone-iodine gel and 0.9% iodine ointment, and administration of intravenous antibiotics resulted in a good prognosis. Prompt diagnosis and immediate treatment are essential for patients with cervical necrotizing fasciitis. Skin Research, 18 : 99-103, 2019