S112 Is an Early Urinary and Fecal Diversion Beneficial in Patients Presenting With Fournier Gangrene?

Sakalis, Vasileios; Giouris, A.; Gkotsi, A.; Παπαδοπουλοσ, Αντωνιοσ; Kangas, Antti J.; Kipouros, A.

doi:10.1016/s1569-9056(11)61549-2

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“…Defects where large areas of tissue are lost necessitate reconstruction of the region by skin grafts or flaps [ 5 ]. Other treatment modalities include hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy [ 11 ], which is a widely accepted method that may help in the management of severe cases. Wound healing may be accelerated by using urinary and fecal diversion techniques [ 12 ].…”

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“…Management of FG includes administration of IV antibiotics, fluid resuscitation and prompt surgical debridement and reconstruction by either skin flaps or grafts [ 15 ]. Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy [ 11 ] has proven beneficial in managing severe cases. Acceleration of wound healing may be achieved by diversion of urine and feces away from the affected area [ 12 ].…”

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