Cardiovascular · UKMLA & AKT
Fournier's gangrene
A free high-yield preview for the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test, covering how to recognise this condition. The full SA Note notes add investigations, management and complications, with practice questions on this topic.
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- Fournier's gangrene is a rapidly progressive polymicrobial necrotising fasciitis of the perineum, scrotum, penis, vulva, and perianal region. Mortality 20-40%; early recognition and emergency debridement are life-saving.
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