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Progression stages of the necrotizing fasciitis wound. (a) ulcerated, necrotic area of the posterior neck on presentation; (b) computed tomography (CT) of the soft tissue of the neck showed marked inflammation at the posterior aspect of the neck with soft tissue gas collections consistent with necrotizing fasciitis; (c) after debridement for extensive necrotizing fasciitis of the head and neck; and (d) progressive healing of the wound.
