Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with jaw swelling and necrotising fasciitis from Prevotella bivia
By Hess, Michal O·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2009·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Necrotising fasciitis due to Prevotella bivia in a cat.
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Plain-English summary
A 15-year-old domestic shorthair cat was brought to the vet with sudden jaw swelling and not eating. The vet found a swollen area on the cat's jaw and signs of dehydration. After starting treatment, the cat developed a large area of dead skin, leading to surgery to remove the damaged tissue. The tests showed the cat had a serious infection called necrotizing fasciitis. Following the surgery and care, the cat was treated with antibiotics and supportive care to help with recovery.
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Abstract
A 15-year-old domestic shorthair cat was evaluated for an acute onset of jaw swelling and anorexia. A small area of skin discoloration, left mandibular subcutaneous soft swelling and dehydration were noted on physical examination. Fine needle aspirate findings of the mass were compatible with an abscess. After 8 hours of supportive and antimicrobial treatment, a large area of necrotic skin was noted. The cat was taken to surgery and an aggressive debridement was performed. The histopathology findings were compatible with necrotising fasciitis and dermatitis.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19796317/