[Possibilities of early roentgenologic diagnosis of surgical infection of soft tissues].

Findings of clinico-roentgenological examinations of 23 patients with an early stage of the surgical infection of soft tissues (necrotic cellulitis, fasciitis) developing without gas formation are described. Typical roentgenological symptoms were found. It was established that roentgenological symptoms often leave behind the wide clinical picture. It helps to begin timely curative measures.