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Review
. 2022 Jan;53(1):83-93.
doi: 10.1016/j.ocl.2021.08.005. Epub 2021 Oct 28.

Compartment Syndrome of the Foot

Jeffrey S Chen  1 , Nirmal C Tejwani  2
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Review

Compartment Syndrome of the Foot

Jeffrey S Chen et al. Orthop Clin North Am. 2022 Jan.

Abstract

Foot compartment syndrome is an uncommon condition that should be recognized by all orthopedic surgeons. The clinical presentation is often less clear than other limb compartment syndromes and requires high clinical suspicion with a low threshold for direct measurement of compartment pressure. Controversy exists regarding the number of anatomic compartments and the most effective treatment. Both acute surgical intervention and delayed management can result in significant morbidity and long-term sequelae.

Keywords: Compartment syndrome; Fasciotomy; Foot.

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