A retrospective study of 63 horses diagnosed with limb cellulitis between 1994 and 2005 was conducted. They all had an acute onset of painful, generalised limb swelling, and a clinical diagnosis of limb cellulitis was made by the attending clinician. None of the horses had more than one limb affected. Hindlimbs were significantly more often affected than the forelimbs (P<0.05). Thoroughbreds we...

Background.  The importance of bacteria other than group A streptococci (GAS) in different clinical presentations of cellulitis is unclear, commonly leading to treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics. The aim of this study was to describe the etiological and clinical spectrum of cellulitis and identify clinical features predicting streptococcal etiology. Methods.  We prospectively enrolled 21...

BACKGROUND Infections in the oral and maxillofacial region can sometimes extend beyond the oral cavity, with serious consequences. Most oral infections are odontogenic, occurring through the root apex of the tooth or the periodontal pocket. It thus makes sense that edentulous patients have a much lower risk of oral bacterial infection. For this reason, while there are many reports on systemic i...

Cellulitis is treated with antibiotics as routine management and based on the literature cellulitis hospitalization can be avoided by 11% if appropriate are used.1 Randomized clinical trials Cochrane reviews have suggested that oral non-inferior to intravenous administration (1). We would like highlight here unrequired use of in cellulitis. Intravenous recommended patients sepsis. This supporte...

BACKGROUND Cellulitis is commonly treated in the emergency department (ED). Patients who present with cellulitis incur significant health care costs and may be overtreated with antibiotics. The accurate diagnosis and treatment of cellulitis plays an important role in cost-effective, high-quality medical care, as well as appropriate antibiotic utilization. OBJECTIVE We aim to describe common f...

Postpartum infections remain a leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. A high percentage of these infections may stem from bacterial colonization of the umbilicus, because cord care practices vary in reflection of cultural traditions within communities and disparities in health care practices globally. After birth, the devitalized umbilical cord often proves to be an ideal ...

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Bacterial infection of the orbital structures can affect all age groups, but is more frequent in pediatric populations. Prompt recognition, correct diagnosis, and adequate management are important if serious complications are to be avoided. This study sought to delineate the clinical, bacteriological and radiological findings, management and outcome of orbital cellulitis....

Emergency Department (ED) visits result from urgent conditions and instances caused by disease, disaster, accidents, or injury require immediate medical attention. Today, emergency dental services are becoming an integral crucial facet of properly functioning healthcare systems. Dental a risky undertaking when the COVID-19 epidemic is decimating global health Emergencies in care possibly life-t...