Ecthyma gangrenosum in a previously healthy patient

Indian Dermatology Online Journal

关键词: Ecthyma;    ecthyma gangrenosum;    Pseudomonas aeruginosa;   

DOI  :  10.4103/2229-5178.164479

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Ecthyma gangrenosum is a rare skin infection caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is usually seen in immunocompromised and critically ill patients. We report one such case in a previously healthy 20-year old male. Ecthyma gangrenosum can occur in healthy patients without bacteremia.

【 授权许可】

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