Community acquired methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus: a rare presentation.

INTRODUCTION

Incidence of community acquired methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) is increasing. Toxic shock syndrome (TSS), Necrotizing fasciitis (NF), Symmetrical peripheral gangrene (SPG) as a manifestation of CA-MRSA are rare in pediatrics.

CASE PRESENTATION: We report a young boy who presented with TSS, NF and SPG by CA-MRSA following trauma.

CONCLUSION

CA-MRSA should be taken into consideration as an etiology for these type of clinical presentations. Early and aggressive surgical and medical intervention are the cornerstone for successful management.