INFECTIOUS DISEASES 



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of the skin by Bacillus necvoiiliorvis is probably possible only through 

 abrasions and wounds. 



Lesions. — The lesions are practically the same as in other super- 

 ficial necrobacillosis. Not infrequently large areas slough, leaving 

 irregular denuded surfaces. This condition is frequently fatal, par- 

 ticularly in those cases having extensive infection where absorption of 

 the products is sufficient to insure systemic disturbance. 



Treatment. — Treatment, consists of removing necrotic tissue and 

 applying some antiseptic that will readily penetrate the infected area. 

 The treatment must be persistent, as relief cannot be obtained from 

 one application. 



Fig. 94. FAT NECEOsi.s (Omentum). A, normal fat; B, areas of necrosis. 



UNUSUAL FORMS OF NECROBACILLO?IS 



Necrobacillosis sometimes occurs in the various structures of the eye. 

 This is a serious condition, as the agents used in combatting the 

 Bacillus necrophorus have to be used in such concentration that they 

 are injurious to the eye. The usual outcome of ocular necrobacillosis 



