Abstract
Aim of the study: To study the incidence, age distribution, mode of presentation, abnormalities in biochemical parameters, to lay down parameters for prognostication and study the outcome of fournier's gangrene. Methodology: This prospective study was conducted upon 38 patients diagnosed with Fournier's gangrene in surgical unit of our institute from November 2007 – October 2009. Results: Total number of surgical admissions in our institution during the period from November 2007 – October 2009 were 11,507. Of which, the number of cases of Fournier’s Gangrene were 38 (Incidence - 0.33%). Conclusion: Fournier's gangrene is associated with high mortality.
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