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Gas gangrene is a severe bacterial infection that produces gas within tissues. It is typically caused by Clostridium species, especially Clostridium perfringens.
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Clostridium perfringens: A Gram-positive, anaerobic bacterium known for causing food poisoning and gas gangrene.
Crepitus: A crackling sensation felt under the skin due to gas bubbles produced by certain bacterial infections.
Anaerobic bacteria: Bacteria that do not require oxygen for growth and may even die in its presence.