Early Surgical Management and Triple Antibiotic Regimen in the Management of Necrotizing Fasciitis of Scalp

Authors

  • Baliga Mohan
  • Baptist Joanna

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14673

Keywords:

Necrotizing Fasciitis, Scalp, Antibiotics

Abstract

Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a rare yet alarming condition faced by a maxillofacial surgeon. This article
would emphasize the importance of early aggressive surgical management with triple antibiotic regimen of
penicillinase-resistant penicillin, aminoglycoside and metronidazole in the successful management of NF.
We would also like the emphasize the importance of 1% hydrogen Peroxide + Saline + Betadine followed
by copius irrigation with Betadine+Saline + Metronidazole in NF along with a negative pressure drain to
manage NF effectively.

Author Biographies

  • Baliga Mohan

    Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

  • Baptist Joanna

    Associate Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Manipal College
    of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Manipal Academy Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India

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Published

2021-03-24

How to Cite

Early Surgical Management and Triple Antibiotic Regimen in the Management of Necrotizing Fasciitis of Scalp. (2021). Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, 15(2), 2089-2093. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14673