Honey is an ideal biological agent in the management of Necrotizing Fasciitis: a case report

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Category Primary study
JournalAnnals of International medical and Dental Research
Year 2020
Necrotizing Fasciitis is dangerous, spreading inflammation and necrosis of the subcutaneous tissue and fascia The treatment of choice is immediate and radical debridement along with broad-spectrum antibiotics and supportive therapy We present the case of a 63 years old man who came with Necrotising Fasciitis of the gluteal skin;following intramuscular injection After the initial debridement, honey debridement was started, and the patient showed an excellent recovery Honey is a gift of nature, available freely and throughout the globe It is an excellent debriding agent with antibacterial properties, which promotes tissue growth at the same time During the desperate times like COVID-19 when the routine surgery is not available, or in areas where the plastic surgery facilities are not developed, honey can still be an excellent alternative
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First added on: Apr 01, 2021