What Is Necrotising Fasciitis, The ‘Flesh-Eating Disease’?

Discover the intricacies of necrotizing fasciitis, also known as 'flesh-eating disease.' Gain insights into its pathogenesis, diagnostic nuances, and contemporary treatment strategies, providing an overview of this medically complex condition. Presented by: Jennifer Guthrie, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the Departments of Microbiology & Immunology and Epidemiology & Biostatics at Western University in Ontario, Canada at ASM Microbe 2024. Join us at ASM Microbe 2025 https://asm.org/microbe2025 Read more: Infections by Vibrio vulnificus, a so-called "flesh-eating bacterium," can lead to necrotizing fasciitis. How does the microbe "eat" flesh--and why does it do it at all? https://asm.org/Articles/2023/October... 👍 Subscribe to ASM's YouTube channel at https://goo.gl/mOVHlK ✅ Become a member today at https://asm.org/Membership 🔬 Learn more about the American Society for Microbiology at https://www.asm.org 📱 Join us on social: Facebook:   / asmfan   (𝕏) Twitter:   / asmicrobiology   Instagram:   / asmicrobiology  

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