Necrotising fasciitis is a rapidly progressive inflammatory infection of the fascia with secondary necrosis of the subcutaneous tissue. The speed of spread is directly proportional to the thickness of the subcutaneous layer. It moves along the fascial plane. We are presenting a case report of 27 years old Saudi female with status post Lower segment caesarian section of 10 days’ duration presented with bluish discoloration of the lower anterior abdominal wall around the surgical scar with necrotic patches and surrounding induration with foul smelling discharge from the one pocket within this area. She underwent successful simultaneous incision and wide debridement of gross necrotic tissues; together with evacuation of the pus followed by secondary closure. Both general and plastic surgical teams were involved. Patient made uneventful recovery and discharged home in good condition.
Pancreatic pseudocyst is one of the common complications of both acute and chronic pancreatitis. While most pseudocysts resolve spontaneously with conservative treatment, larger pseudocysts are more likely to cause complications, such as, spontaneous rupture into the gastrointestinal tract and are usually associated with life-threatening bleeding, which is life threatening complication. Endoscopic or surgical drainage may be necessary for uncomplicated persistent large cysts. We present a case of 32 year old Indian male, admitted to our department, who was a known case of alcoholic acute pancreatitis treated conservatively and developed massive upper GI bleeding and shock. CT angiography and upper GI endoscopy failed so he was taken to theatre several time due to bleeding, recurrent bleeding and a major bile leak. Unfortunately, he was expired. Current study highlights this serious rare life-threatening complication.
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