Silent But Deadly: Fournier's Gangrene in Women with Diabetes | ||
| Egyptian Society of Diabetes and Lipidology Journal | ||
| Volume 5, Issue 2, October 2025 PDF (906.32 K) | ||
| Document Type: Case Report | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/esdlj.2025.456318 | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Fournier's gangrene is a rare and severe polymicrobial necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum and external genitalia, characterized by a fulminant course and high morbidity and mortality. The annual incidence ranges from 1.6 to 3.3 cases per 100,000 population, with type 2 diabetes accounting for 30% to over 50% of cases, and a marked female predominance. | ||
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