Wet gangrene differs from dry gangrene primarily by the presence of:
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Correct answer: Superimposed bacterial infection
When the coagulative necrosis of dry gangrene is modified by the liquefactive action of superimposed bacteria, it is called wet gangrene. This condition is more dangerous as it can lead to systemic sepsis.
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