Common bacterial skin infections.

Skin infections account for a significant portion of dermatologic disease, often resulting in or as a consequence of a disruption in the skin's integrity. This article covers the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of the more common bacterial infections. The infections presented herein include i...

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Publicado en:Ostomy Wound Management Vol. 47; no. 8; pp. 30 - 35
Autores principales: Trent JT, Federman D, Kirsner RS
Formato: pictorial Journal Article
Publicado: HMP Global 2001 Aug
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Sumario:Skin infections account for a significant portion of dermatologic disease, often resulting in or as a consequence of a disruption in the skin's integrity. This article covers the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of the more common bacterial infections. The infections presented herein include impetigo, ecthyma, folliculitis, carbuncles/furuncles, cellulitis, toxic shock syndrome, and ecthyma gangrenosum. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is based on the culture and antibiotic sensitivities of the offending organisms.