| Current thinking about acute compartment syndrome of the lower extremity. | |
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PMID: 20858378 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Acute compartment syndrome of the lower extremity is a clinical condition that, although uncommon, is seen fairly regularly in modern orthopedic practice. The pathophysiology of the disorder has been extensively described and is well known to physicians who care for patients with musculoskeletal injuries. The diagnosis, however, is often difficult to make. In this article, we review the clinical risk factors of acute compartment syndrome of the lower extremity, identify the current concepts of diagnosis and discuss appropriate treatment plans. We also describe the Canadian medicolegal environment in regard to compartment syndrome of the lower extremity. |
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Authors:
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Babak Shadgan; Matthew Menon; David Sanders; Gregg Berry; Claude Martin; Paul Duffy; David Stephen; Peter J O'Brien |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Canadian journal of surgery. Journal canadien de chirurgie Volume: 53 ISSN: 1488-2310 ISO Abbreviation: Can J Surg Publication Date: 2010 Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-09-22 Completed Date: 2010-10-29 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0372715 Medline TA: Can J Surg Country: Canada |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 329-34 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC. |
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Acute Disease Age Factors Compartment Syndromes / diagnosis*, etiology, surgery* Diagnostic Imaging Fascia / surgery Fractures, Open Humans Lower Extremity / blood supply*, surgery* Malpractice Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy Risk Assessment Risk Factors Spectroscopy, Near-Infrared Surgical Flaps Tibial Fractures / complications Traction / adverse effects |
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