Noma neonatorum
| Noma neonatorum | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Dermatology |
Noma neonatorum is a severe infection affecting very young or newborn children in impoverished environments. A gangrenous infection spreads across the oral, nasal and/or anal areas, and is frequently fatal. The pattern of lesions is similar to those found in noma,[1] however unlike noma it is caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.[2][3]
See also
- Green nail syndrome
- List of cutaneous conditions
References
- ^ T.B. Parikh; R.N. Nanavati; R.H. Udani. Noma Neonatorum Indian Journal of Pediatrics, Volume 73—May, 2006
- ISBN 978-1-4160-2999-1.
- PMID 23667229.