Cellulitis of Lower Limb- A Clinical and Microbiological Profile
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Cellulitis is a common surgical condition defined as a spreading infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. The severity can vary from mild to life threatening condition. The risk factors of lower limb cellulitis, the common causative organisms, their sensitivity all remains controversial. This study aims at finding out the relative frequency of predisposing factors, the microbiological profile and sensitivity to aid in the better management of lower limb cellulitis. Methods: This is a prospective study carried out in the Department of Surgery, Government Medical College Trivandrum. A total number of 60 patients were analysed. Results: The commonest organism isolated was beta haemolytic streptococcus in the gram positive group, and klebsiella species in the gram negative group. Sensitivity to different antibiotics was analysed. Conclusion: The predisposing factors identified for lower limb cellulitis include obesity, lymphedema, history of trauma and varicose veins. A larger study will be needed to assess the risk factors of lower extremity cellulitis.
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Dr Minimol K. L.
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