What Researchers Did
Researchers reported a fatal case of necrotizing fasciitis in a 36-year-old woman following extensive suction-assisted lipectomy.
What They Found
A 36-year-old woman developed necrotizing fasciitis 48 hours after extensive suction lipectomy, during which 3,000 cc of tissue was removed. Despite extensive treatment, including debridement and antibiotics, she died on day 9 of hospitalization, 11 days after the procedure. Tissue and blood cultures confirmed beta-hemolytic streptococci.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a single case report, this study's findings cannot be generalized to a broader patient population.