A1 Refereed original research article in a scientific journal

[Update on current care guidelines Bacterial skin infections].



Authors: Ranki A, Hyry H, Klimenko T, Laukkala T, Majamaa H, Mäkelä M, Syrjänen J, Vuopio J, Vuopio J, Vuopio J, Vuopio J

Publication year: 2010

Journal: Duodecim

Journal name in source: Duodecim; laaketieteellinen aikakauskirja

Journal acronym: Duodecim

Volume: 126

Issue: 24

First page : 2883

Last page: 4

ISSN: 0012-7183


Abstract
Bacterial skin infections are common, and range from mild to serious, even life-threatening infections. This guideline presents treatment options for erysipelas, cellulitis, impetigo, ecthyma, folliculitis, abscess, paronychia (nail infection) and early borreliosis as well as for erysipeloid, mycobacterial skin infections and tularemia. Recommended antibiotic and/or other treatments are described for children and adults.



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