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Postoperative Fever Postoperative fever is one of the most common complications after surgery, occurring in 20–90% of patients depending on the type of surgery and the definition of fever. Definition Temperature ≥38°C (100.4°F) on two consecutive postoperative days OR single temperature ≥38.5°C (101.3°F) Fever within the first 48 hours is usually due to the inflammatory […]
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Fournier’s Gangrene Fournier’s gangrene (FG) is a rapidly progressive, life-threatening form of necrotizing fasciitis involving the perineum, genitalia, and perianal region. It is characterized by: Necrosis of superficial and deep fascial planes Microvascular thrombosis Extensive tissue destruction Polymicrobial infection Severe sepsis and septic shock Why Is It Dangerous? Mortality remains:20–40% ,Can exceed:70–80% when: Septic shock
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