Malik A A, Khan W S A, Chaudhry A, Ihsan M, Cullen N P
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7 4LP, UK.
J Perioper Pract. 2009 May;19(5):137-42. doi: 10.1177/175045890901900503.
Acute compartment syndrome is a life and limb threatening condition. Clinical assessment is the diagnostic cornerstone of compartment syndrome but pressure monitoring also has a role in equivocal cases, in unconscious or uncooperative patients, and in patients with nerve blocks and other forms of regional and epidural anesthesia. A high degree of suspicion and early decompression of all compartments at risk are important for a satisfactory outcome.
