An unusual presentation of compartment syndrome. Issue 5 (May 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Martin, Cameron
• Is Part Of: JAAPA. Volume 28:Issue 5(2015)
• Publication Date: 2015-05
• Subjects: compartment syndrome -- fasciotomy -- negative pressure wound therapy -- orthopedic trauma -- paresthesia -- edema; Medicine -- Periodicals; Physicians' assistants -- Periodicals; Medicine -- Periodicals; Physician Assistants -- Periodicals; Medicine; Physicians' assistants; Periodicals; 610.7372069
• DOI: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000460920.82885.67
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0893-7400

Abstract

Abstract : ABSTRACT: Compartment syndrome occurs when excessive pressure in an enclosed space in the body compromises perfusion. Without treatment, this condition can cause tissue ischemia and necrosis. Typically, acute compartment syndrome develops acutely after traumatic injury. The article describes a case of delayed compartment syndrome after a fall.