PMC4483353_01
Fournier's gangrene
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Physical examination found an altered, feverish patient, up to 39 C with a reddish, hot and painful swelling with areas of necrosis extending from the perineum to the root of the penis involving the scrotum (Figure 1).
CT scan of the pelvis showing the tumor
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Abdominal and pelvic CT scan objectified an extra peritoneal perforated and necrotic huge rectal tumor (Figure 2) with a massive infiltration of the perineum containing air bubbles (Figure 3).
CT scan of the pelvis showing fasciitis with air bubbles
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Abdominal and pelvic CT scan objectified an extra peritoneal perforated and necrotic huge rectal tumor (Figure 2) with a massive infiltration of the perineum containing air bubbles (Figure 3).