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Necrotizing fasciitis caused by fungi such as mucoraceous moulds is classified as which one of the following types?
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UPSC CMS 2026 Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and PSM Question Paper (02-Aug-2026)
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Type 4
Necrotizing fasciitis is classified as: Type 1 polymicrobial, Type 2 group A Streptococcus, Type 3 gram-negative/marine organisms (e.g., Vibrio), and Type 4 fungal, including mucoraceous (Mucorales) moulds, typically in immunocompromised or trauma patients.
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