LRINEC Score – A Reliable Diagnostic Tool for Early Diagnosis of Necrotizing Fasciitis

Abstract

treatment. This term was first described in 1871 during the American civil war by Joseph Jones. He treated more than 2600 cases.1 NF primarily involve the fascia and the subcutaneous tissues. Furthermore, the incidence of NF is 0.4 and 0.53 cases per 1,00,000 population.3,4 NF is associated with high mortality ranging from 6% to 76%.5-7 The mortality can be reduced by prompt diagnosis and early aggressive management which include debridement and use of antibiotics.To aid the early diagnosis the laboratory risk indicator for necrotizing fasciitis (LRINEC) scoring ABSTRACT ObjectiveStudy design Retrospective review of records.