: A "burlap" or "soap-bubble" appearance may occur if gas becomes trapped within the fibers of the sponge, often indicating a secondary infection or abscess formation.
The presence of a sponge on a post-operative X-ray is considered a "never event" in healthcare—a serious, preventable medical error. Xray that includes sponges
: These markers allow radiologists to quickly identify the presence and exact location of a sponge within a patient’s body cavity if the manual sponge count is incorrect. Radiographic Appearance : A "burlap" or "soap-bubble" appearance may occur