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MALIGNANT NECROTISING STREPTOCOCCAL MYOSITIS: A RARE AND FATAL CONDITION



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Abstract

We present a case of fatal ‘malignant’ necrotising streptococcal myositis in a previously healthy 39-year-old man. The infection was caused by Lancefield group-A haemolytic streptococcus (Streptococcus pyogenes). This case highlights the clinical features and the necessity of prompt aggressive treatment.


Correspondence should be sent to Mr K. N. Subramanian.

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