Fournier's Gangrene after Excision of a Thrombosed Hemorrhoid.

, Lee, Min Ro; , Kim, Jong Hun; , Hwang, Yong

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Journal of the Korean Society of Coloproctology 2006;22(4):276-278.

Fournier's Gangrene after Excision of a Thrombosed Hemorrhoid.

Lee, Min Ro , Kim, Jong Hun , Hwang, Yong

Department of Surgery, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Korea. Kimjhun@chonbuk.ac.kr

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.

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