Case List History Objectives Radiology Images Questions BURNS AND CRITICAL CARE Case #6 - A 52 year old man presents with a history of mild trauma DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: 5.) Which imaging studies may be helpful, if any? What findings would suggest necrotizing infection? A plain X-ray may show gas in the soft tissue. A CT scan will better define the extent of infection but should not delay operative treatment. An MRI does not add to this except in deep muscle necrosis.
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