Fournier's Gangrene after Excision of a Thrombosed Hemorrhoid.
- Author:
Min Ro LEE
1
;
Jong Hun KIM
;
Yong HWANG
Author Information
1. Department of Surgery, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Korea. Kimjhun@chonbuk.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Fournier's gangrene;
Thrombosed external hemorrhoid;
Hemorrhoidectomy;
Necrotizing fasciitis Fournier
- MeSH:
Aged;
Diagnosis;
Fasciitis, Necrotizing;
Female;
Fournier Gangrene*;
Hemorrhoidectomy;
Hemorrhoids*;
Humans
- From:Journal of the Korean Society of Coloproctology
2006;22(4):276-278
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Fournier's gangrene is a life-threatening disorder characterized by necrotizing fasciitis of the perineal region. Because delay in diagnosis and treatment of this condition can be fatal, it is important not to overlook the symptoms. We present an unusual case of Fournier's gangrene after excision of a thrombosed hemorrhoid. A previously healthy 74-year-old female patient developed Fournier's gangrene after a hemorrhoidectomy. In spite of aggressive treatment, she eventually died. Here, we emphasize early recognition and prompt treatment of this condition, reporting an unexpected disastrous complication of a hemorrhoidectomy.
