Case Report: Necrotizing fasciitis of the neck with odontogenic origin

Abstract

Necrotizing fasciitis is a severe and rare infectious disease. There is extensive
necrosis of subcutaneous tissues and fascia layers, and gangrene. To reduce
mortality, a rapid diagnosis, aggressive surgical treatment, and appropriate
antibiotic therapy are essential. Usually the underlying cause is dental and
especially common in immunologically compromised patients.
This case report is an example managed by the authors.