Author: Rahi, Manveer; Will, Malcolm
Title: Group A Streptococcus necrotising myositis of the limbs secondary to cavitating pneumonia Cord-id: 9gj4d7jv Document date: 2021_4_7
ID: 9gj4d7jv
Snippet: Necrotising myositis is a rare complication of Group A Streptococcus infection requiring early and aggressive surgical management to prevent mortality. However, early diagnosis is difficult due to non-specific initial presentation and a low index of clinical suspicion given the paucity of cases. We highlight these challenges and present a case of a 22-year-old woman presenting with cough, fever and severe limb pain refractory to analgesia during the COVID-19 pandemic. We outline potential confou
Document: Necrotising myositis is a rare complication of Group A Streptococcus infection requiring early and aggressive surgical management to prevent mortality. However, early diagnosis is difficult due to non-specific initial presentation and a low index of clinical suspicion given the paucity of cases. We highlight these challenges and present a case of a 22-year-old woman presenting with cough, fever and severe limb pain refractory to analgesia during the COVID-19 pandemic. We outline potential confounding factors that can delay intervention and offer diagnostic tools that can aid clinical diagnosis of necrotising myositis. In reporting this case, we hope to raise awareness among clinicians to avoid these pitfalls.
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