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Purpura fulminans: A rare disease with menacing outcome

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Sava Nanda Gopal, Kalidindu Lakshmi Priya, Hanumath Prasad Yallanki, Kannan.R
ยป doi: 10.33472/AFJBS.6.5.2024. 6500-6505

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Introduction: Purpura fulminans is a rare, life-threatening condition characterized by sudden onset of intravascular thrombosis and hemorrhagic skin necrosis, often leading to vascular collapse and disseminated intravascular coagulation. This case study highlights the rapid progression of the disease and the comprehensive treatment approach employed. Case Presentation: A 40-year-old male presented to the emergency department with a two-day history of swelling and a rapidly progressing bluish-black rash over his body, following a recent treatment for a foot wound. The patient exhibited symptoms including fever, tachycardia, hypotension, and a high respiratory rate. Initial laboratory investigations showed elevated leukocytes, fluctuating platelet counts, and markers indicative of severe infection and coagulopathy. Interventions: The treatment strategy included aggressive supportive care, hydration, broad-spectrum antibiotics targeting suspected pathogens, and anticoagulation therapy. Early surgical intervention for debridement of necrotic tissue was conducted to manage extensive skin damage. Additional treatments included the use of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator, plasmapheresis, and intravenous immunoglobulin [IVIg] to combat the severe inflammatory and thrombotic processes.

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