EC Paediatrics

Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a soft tissue infection with a capability of rapid progression if not treated promptly. It is an extremely rare infectious entity with a prevalance of 0.02% of all pediatric hospital cases [1]. Because of its rarity, correct diagnosis of this disease is usually not possible. In this review article it is aimed to critique the general characteristics of NF in children and the principles of management are discussed under the light of relevant literature.

Keywords: Necrotizing Fasciitis; Children; Surgical Treatment

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