Fatal Necrotizing Soft-Tissue Infection Caused by Clostridium tetani in an Injecting Drug User: A Case Report
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2020Journal
Surgical InfectionsPublisher
Mary Ann Liebert Inc.Type
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The aim of this brief report is to raise awareness of necrotizing soft-tissue infections caused by Clostridium tetani in intravenous drug users, highlight the potentially unique dangers of this infection in this specific patient population, and outline the course of treatment currently considered the standard of care.Keyword
Clostridium tetaniinjecting drug abuse
necrotizing fasciitis
necrotizing soft-tissue infection
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