Sonography accurately showed the presence, amount, and anatomic plane of soft tissue air in cadavers with sensitivity of 100%. It warrants investigation as a screening test in patients at high risk for subcutaneous air from conditions such as necrotizing fasciitis and gas gangrene.
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