INFECTIVE GANGRENE OF THE MOUTH (Cancrum Oris)

[摘要] The clinical features of infective gangrene of the mouth are described as seen in malnourished children in Ibadan, Nigeria. The etiology is discussed with reference to malnutrition in general and seasonal food shortage in particular. Successful treatment with a remarkable degree of natural healing occurred with penicillin and a high protein diet.

[学科分类] 儿科学