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Fasciitis, Necrotizing

Medical Definition:	A fulminating group A streptococcal infection beginning with severe or extensive cellulitis that spreads to involve the superficial and deep fascia, producing thrombosis of the subcutaneous vessels and gangrene of the underlying tissues. A cutaneous lesion usually serves as a portal of entry for the infection, but sometimes no such lesion is found. (Dorland, 28th ed)
Guide Notes:	a fulminating Streptococcus pyogenes infect
Previously Indexed:	Fascia (1969-1980),Fasciitis (1981-1995),Necrosis (1969-1995)

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