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GAS Gangrene - Gangrene


Diagnosis & Tests

How is the infection diagnosed?

The healthcare provider will start to diagnose gangrene based on a person's medical history and physical exam. Other special tests and scans may be ordered including:

  • x-rays to examine the tissues for gas bubbles
  • blood tests and blood cultures
  • tissues cultures or cultures of any drainage from the wound

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