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Trauma, Vol. 8, No. 4, 261-266 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/1460408606076963

Acute compartment syndrome of the limb

E. Shears

SPR Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospital Birmingham Foundation NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK, shears{at}doctors.org.uk

K. Porter

Clinical Traumatology, University Hospital Birmingham Foundation NHS Trust, Birmingham, UK

Acute compartment syndrome of the limb is an orthopaedic surgical emergency. Delay in its recognition and treatment can result in serious morbidity. The aetiology, diagnosis and management of this condition are discussed in this review article.

Key Words: compartment syndrome • intracompartmental pressure • delta pressure • fasciotomy


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