All of the following statements about necrotizing fasciitis are true, except
NSTIs (necrotizing soft tissue infections) can occur in any area of the body but are most commonly seen in the extremities, perineum, and genitalia, with fewer arising on the chest or the abdomen (extremities are more common) Fournier gangrene is a type of necrotizing fasciitis or gangrene affecting the perineum
Infection of fascia and subcutaneous tissue
Most commonly caused by Group A beta hemolytic streptococci
Most common site is perineum followed by trunk and extremities
Surgical debridement is mandatory
General surgery