Toxic Shock-like Syndrome Associated with Necrotizing Streptococcus Pyogenes Infection

Authors

Thomas J. Connolly
Donald J. Pavelka
Eugene F. Lanspa
Thomas L. Connolly

Abstract

Two patients with toxic shock-like syndrome are presented. Both patients had necrotizing cellulitis due to Streptococcus pyogenes, and both patients required extensive surgical debridement. The association of Streptococcus pyogenes infection and toxic shock-like syndrome is discussed.

Recommended Citation

Connolly, Thomas J.; Pavelka, Donald J.; Lanspa, Eugene F.; and Connolly, Thomas L. (1989) "Toxic Shock-like Syndrome Associated with Necrotizing Streptococcus Pyogenes Infection," Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal : Vol. 37 : No. 2 , 69-72.
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