Presentation
Diabetic patient, presented with painful swelling of the perineal region.
Patient Data
Age: 75 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Fournier gangrene
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There is a hypodense collection with peripheral enhancement extending from the prostatic base to the ventral aspect of the penis with involvement of the corpus spongiosum. There is also subcutaneous gas within a thickened scrotal wall with associated bilateral perineal fat stranding.
Case Discussion
CT features are highly suggestive of Fournier gangrene.
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