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    Fatal Necrotizing Soft-Tissue Infection Caused by Clostridium tetani in an Injecting Drug User: A Case Report

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    Author
    Cardinal, P.R.
    Henry, S.M.
    Joshi, M.G.
    Lauerman, M.H.
    Park, H.S.
    Date
    2020
    Journal
    Surgical Infections
    Publisher
    Mary Ann Liebert Inc.
    Type
    Article
    
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    https://doi.org/10.1089/sur.2019.244
    Abstract
    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.
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    Clostridium tetani
    injecting drug abuse
    necrotizing fasciitis
    necrotizing soft-tissue infection
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