Volume : II, Issue : IX, September - 2013

Perioperative Management of a Patient with Leprosy– A Case Report

Dr. Safiya I. Shaikh, Dr. Rohini K, Dr. Sarala B. M

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Leprosy is a granulomatous disease affecting the skin and nerves caused by mycobacterium leprae. It continues to be a significant public health problem and remains a stigmatizing disease. The disease causes skin lesions and neuropathy. Complications secondary to neuropathy can result in deformity and disability. Here, we share our experience in successful management of a lepromatous leprosy patient posted for correction of deformity.

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Dr. SAFIYA I. SHAIKH, Dr.ROHINI K, Dr.SARALA B. M Perioperative Management of a Patient with Leprosy- A Case Report International Journal of Scientific Research, Vol : 2, Issue : 9 September 2013

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