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"Neck-rotising fasciitis” – A case report of extensive cervicofacial necrotising fasciitis reconstructed with use of NovoSorb biodegradable temporising matrix

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2025
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Cervicofacial necrotising fasciitis is a rare, life-threatening condition characterised by rapid progression of infection along fascial planes leading to subcutaneous tissue necrosis. It is associated with a high mortality rate. We present a case of a 63-year-old male with poorly controlled insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, who developed extensive cervical necrotising fasciitis, due to an odontogenic source of infection. Despite early initial intervention, a subsequent rapid progression of infection occurred, leading to necrotising fasciitis. This case highlights the successful use of NovoSorb Biodegradable Temporising Matrix (BTM) as a dermal substitute to reconstruct the resulting skin defect and prevent scar contracture over the neck. The unique aspects of this case, including the extensive nature of the infection and the innovative use of BTM, are discussed in the context of existing literature.
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Elsevier
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Otolaryngology Case Reports 36, 100681
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School of Medicine
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cervicofacial necrotising fasciitis, biodegradable temporising matrix, dermal regeneration
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https://hdl.handle.net/10344/31268
 https://doi.org/10.34961/18785
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(3) Good Health and Well-Being
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