Crit Care Resusc
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Necrotising fasciitis is a rare, rapidly progressive soft tissue infection associated with extensive necrosis, profound shock and high morbidity and mortality. Incidence worldwide is thought to be increasing. ⋯ There is an higher incidence of necrotising fasciitis at our hospital in South Auckland than reported elsewhere. Maori and Pacific Islander people are at increased risk. In our patient sample APACHE II score, preexisting abnormal renal function and gout were associated with mortality.