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📋Overview
Necrotizing fasciitis is a severe bacterial infection characterized by rapid destruction of the fascia and subcutaneous tissues. It is a medical emergency requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment. The term is well-established and refers to what is commonly called 'flesh-eating disease.'
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0238124ICD-10-CM
M72.6
MeSH
D019115
SNOMED CT (US)
52486002
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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