Abstract
Necrotising fasciitis is described as a complication of steroid injection of a painful shoulder in a previously well female. This case highlights a very rare life threatening emergency after steroid injection. Early recognition, resuscitation, and aggressive surgical management are essential to prevent mortality in this condition.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents / adverse effects*
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Arm / pathology
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Fasciitis, Necrotizing / etiology*
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Fasciitis, Necrotizing / microbiology
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Fasciitis, Necrotizing / therapy
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Fatal Outcome
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Female
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Humans
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Injections, Intra-Articular / adverse effects
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Methylprednisolone / administration & dosage
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Methylprednisolone / adverse effects
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Methylprednisolone / analogs & derivatives
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Methylprednisolone Acetate
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Streptococcal Infections / microbiology
Substances
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents
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Methylprednisolone Acetate
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Methylprednisolone