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Community Acquired Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus: A Rare Presentation.
Indian J Pediatr ; 2010 Nov ; 77 (11): 1332-1335
Article in En | IMSEAR | ID: sea-157185
Introduction Incidence of community acquired methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) is increasing. Toxic shock syndrome (TSS), Necrotizing fasciitis (NF), Symmetrical peripheral gangrene (SPG) as a manifestation of CA-MRSA are rare in pediatrics. Case Presentation We report a young boy who presented with TSS, NF and SPG by CA-MRSA following trauma. Conclusion CA-MRSA should be taken into consideration as an etiology for these type of clinical presentations. Early and aggressive surgical and medical intervention are the cornerstone for successful management.
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Full text: 1 Index: IMSEAR Language: En Journal: Indian J Pediatr Year: 2010 Type: Article
Full text: 1 Index: IMSEAR Language: En Journal: Indian J Pediatr Year: 2010 Type: Article