Abstract
Infectious purpura fulminans is a rapidly progressive skin necrosis that has a mortality rate of 30%1,2. Here, we describe a case of infectious purpura fulminans caused by Capnocytophaga, diagnosed by a blood film.
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Published:
2014-04-24
Issue:
Vol. 1 (2014)
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