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Gangrene


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Gangrene Diagnosis & Tests

The doctor may diagnose gangrene from a physical examination. In addition, the following tests and procedures may be performed to diagnose gangrene:

Blood tests -- a CBC may show a high white blood cell (WBC) count
X-rays
CT scan for internal conditions, such as abdominal pain
Surgical exploration to confirm (and treat) gangrene
Microscopic examination of tissue to look for cell death
Tissue or fluid culture from wounds to identify bacterial infection
An arteriogram to help plan treatment for vascular disease

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Review Date : 11/22/2003
Reviewed By : Grace Jeon, M.D., M.P.H., General Surgeon, Pasadena, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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