Fournier’s syndrome : a case report at Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Abstract

Fournier’s syndrome is a rare necrotizing fasciitis characterized by acute beginning and fulminant progression to sepsis. Treatment includes surgical approach and antibiotic therapy. This study present the case of a 47-year-old woman who was admitted with a diagnosis of septic shock secondary to Fournier syndrome. A surgical approach was performed on admission and antibiotic therapy was started. During hospitalization an antibiotic (ATB) exchange was required. The patient evolved with increased levels of C-reactive protein and pro-calcitonin and the need for hemodialysis. This case report discuss Fournier’s syndrome, the relationship with laboratory markers, and the effect of ATB on peripheral tissues.