Necrotizing Fasciitis Resulting from an Anastomotic Leak after Colorectal Resection

Figure 2

Axial CT images with IV contrast of the lower pelvis (a and b) demonstrating extensive subcutaneous emphysema consistent with necrotizing fasciitis around the left femur (short arrows). Note the air filled abscess cavity (b) filled along the posterior aspect of the left hip (long arrow).

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