Fournier’s gangrene mortality: A 17-year systematic review and meta-analysis

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Authors

Amr Ehab El‐Qushayri · Minia University

Khalid Muhammad Khalaf · Cairo University

Abdullah Dahy · Minia University

Abdalla Reda Mahmoud · Minia University

Amira Yasmine Benmelouka · University of Algiers Benyoucef Benkhedda

Sherief Ghozy · Mansoura University

Mohamed Usama Mahmoud ·

Abstract

Modifications to the Fournier's Gangrene Severity Index (FGSI) are recommended, in order to include comorbidities as an important prognostic tool for FG mortality. Close monitoring of the patients, with special interest given to the main causes of mortality, is an essential element of the management process.

Topics & Keywords

Streptococcal Infections and Treatments Otolaryngology and Infectious Diseases Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Infectious Diseases

Volume 92, pp. 218-225

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2019.12.030

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 15.14