Table 2 Clinical and biochemical findings on admission in patients (n = 26) with necrotizing fasciitis
From: Necrotizing fasciitis: microbiological characteristics and predictors of postoperative outcome
Clinical and Biochemical findings on admission | No. of patients [%] |
|---|---|
Swelling | 24 (92.3%) |
Erythema | 24 (92.3%) |
Pain | 21 (80.8%) |
Skin necrosis | 7 (26.9%) |
Bullae formation | 4 (15.4%) |
Putride Secretion | 4 (15.4%) |
Crepitus | 2 (7.7%) |
Sensory/motor deficiencies | 1 (3.8%) |
Compartment syndrom | 2 (7.7%) |
Tachycardia | 15 (57.7%) |
Hypotension | 13 (50%) |
Leucocytosis | 15 (57.7%) |
Leucopenia | 3 (11.5%) |