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bh
hand x-ray: no evidence of "gas" in the hand
Mon Aug 9, 2004 13:02

On x-ray of his right hand, he has no fracture, no evidence of gas in the hand, and no foreign body.

link inside
I would say yes. See inside
Mon Aug 9, 2004 13:09

Soft tissue gas that accompanies the foreign body may outline wood fragments, thorns, and spines.

http://www.hypertension-consult.com/Secure/textbookarticles/Textbook/131_foreignbody.htm

bh
thanks. makes sense (nm)
Mon Aug 9, 2004 13:15