Study on factors linked to death in severe tissue infections
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Infections, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study looks at what factors are linked to higher risk of death in patients hospitalized with a severe, flesh-eating infection called necrotizing soft tissue infection (NSTI). It aims to help doctors better identify and treat these dangerous infections.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must be admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of a necrotizing (flesh-eating) soft tissue infection, such as necrotizing fasciitis, Fournier's gangrene, or similar infections in the neck or trunk
- You cannot have a non-necrotizing skin or soft tissue infection
- You must not be transferred to another hospital before your treatment is complete or before your outcome is known
- The study must have complete information about whether you survived or not during your hospital stay
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