Fournier’s gangrene is seen in: September 2008
Correct Answer: Scrotum
Description: Ans. A: Scrotum Idiopathic scrotal gangrene/Fournier's gangrene is an uncommon condition of the scrotum. Hemolytic streptococci are associated with other organisms (Staph., E.coli etc.) in a fulminating inflammation of the subcutaneous tissues, which results in obliterative aeritis of the aerioles to the scrotal skin.
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