Necrotizing soft tissue infection after liposculpture; Case report

Bustos, Raul Cuevas; Gutierrez, Oscar Cervantes; Tristán, Felix Alejandro Pérez; Macouzet, Alejandro Acuña; Martinez, Angel Flores-Huidobro; Cojab, Marcos Jafif

doi:10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.11.078

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“…The complication rate for this procedure is estimated at 5%, and the occurrence of infections, such as NF, is considered rare. Its incidence is reported as 0.7% of cases when multiple procedures are performed along with liposuction [2,3]. In our case, we report a 35-year-old lady who developed NF following a liposuction procedure.…”

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An Unexpected Turn: Management of a Life-Threatening Infection Following Liposuction Procedure (Case Report)

Morgom,

Eisa,

Ali

et al. 2024

Cureus

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This case report presents a rare case of necrotizing fasciitis (NF) following liposuction and lipofilling surgery in a young woman. Despite prompt diagnosis and aggressive management with multiple debridements, broad-spectrum antibiotics, and supportive care, the patient experienced a protracted course with severe complications, including intra-abdominal collection recurrence, heart failure, and sepsis. The presence of resistant bacteria (extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs)-producing Escherichia coli and methicillinresistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)) further challenged the treatment. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and aggressive management of NF, particularly in patients with risk factors following cosmetic surgery. In addition, it raises awareness of the potential for heart failure as a complication in this context and warrants further investigation.

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confidence: 79%