Silent But Deadly: Fournier's Gangrene in Women with Diabetes

Document Type : Case Report

Abstract

Fournier's gangrene is a rare and severe polymicrobial necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum and external genitalia, characterized by a fulminant course and high morbidity and mortality.  The annual incidence ranges from 1.6 to 3.3 cases per 100,000 population, with type 2 diabetes accounting for 30% to over 50% of cases, and a marked female predominance.