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Disease Profile
Necrotizing fasciitis
Prevalence estimates on Rare Medical Network websites are calculated based on data available from numerous sources, including US and European government statistics, the NIH, Orphanet, and published epidemiologic studies. Rare disease population data is recognized to be highly variable, and based on a wide variety of source data and methodologies, so the prevalence data on this site should be assumed to be estimated and cannot be considered to be absolutely correct.
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Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
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Categories
Bacterial infections
Summary
Necrotizing fasciitis is a serious infection of the skin, the
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Organizations
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Organizations Supporting this Disease
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The Lee Spark NF Foundation
Moor Hey Farm
Knowle Green
Ribchester
Preston
PR3 2XE
United Kingdom
Telephone: 01254 878701
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://nfsuk.org.uk/ -
The National Necrotizing Fasciitis Foundation
31 Cloverhill Place
Montclair, NJ 07042
Telephone: 862-213-5213
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.facebook.com/The-National-Necrotizing-Fasciitis-Foundation-104821666218278/
Organizations Providing General Support
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The Limb Preservation Foundation
925 S Niagara Street
Suite 610
Denver, CO 80224
Telephone: (303) 429-0688
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://limbpreservation.org/
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
Where to Start
- You can obtain information on this topic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC is recognized as the lead federal agency for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States.
- DermNet NZ is an online resource about skin diseases developed by the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. DermNet NZ provides information about this condition.
- MedlinePlus was designed by the National Library of Medicine to help you research your health questions, and it provides more information about this topic.
- The Merck Manuals Online Medical Library provides information on this condition for patients and caregivers.
- The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) has a report for patients and families about this condition. NORD is a patient advocacy organization for individuals with rare diseases and the organizations that serve them.
In-Depth Information
- Medscape Reference provides information on this topic. You may need to register to view the medical textbook, but registration is free.
- The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
- Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders. Each entry has a summary of related medical articles. It is meant for health care professionals and researchers. OMIM is maintained by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
- PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Necrotizing fasciitis. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
References
- Necrotizing fasciitis. DermNet New Zealand Trust. March 4, 2016; https://www.dermnetnz.org/bacterial/necrotising-fasciitis.html. Accessed 4/12/2016.
- Sarani, Babak. Necrotizing Fasciitis. National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD). 2015; https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/necrotizing-fasciitis/. Accessed 4/12/2016.
- Necrotizing Fasciitis: A Rare Disease, Especially for the Healthy. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). April 17, 2015; https://www.cdc.gov/features/necrotizingfasciitis/. Accessed 4/12/2016.
- Edlich, Richard. Necrotizing Fasciitis. Medscape Reference. July 9, 2015; https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2051157-overview. Accessed 4/13/2016.
- Edlich, Richard. Necrotizing Fasciitis. Medscape Reference. July 9, 2015; https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2051157-overview. Accessed 4/12/2016.
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