Compartment Syndrome

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Compartment syndrome is a serious medical condition in which increased pressure within a body compartment compromises blood flow and tissue function potentially leading to permanent

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An overview of compartment syndrome including aetiology clinical features investigations management and complications

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Compartment syndrome occurs when excessive pressure builds up inside an enclosed muscle space in the body The condition usually results from bleeding or swelling

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Compartment syndrome develops when swelling or bleeding occurs within a compartment Because the fascia does not stretch this can cause increased pressure on the capillaries

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Find out what compartment syndrome is what the symptoms are and how it s diagnosed and treated

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Acute compartment syndrome occurs when there is increased pressure within a closed osteofascial compartment resulting in impaired local circulation Acute compartment

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Compartment syndrome is a condition that occurs when an injury causes generalized painful swelling and increased pressure within a compartment to the point that blood cannot supply

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Compartment syndrome is a painful condition caused by a pressure build up in a group of muscles Compartment syndrome most commonly happens in the legs or forearms Acute

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Acute Compartment Syndrome is a condition in which there is increased pressure within a closed osteofascial compartment resulting in impaired local circulation Without prompt treatment