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Case Reports
. 1979 Jul;122(1):138-9.
doi: 10.1016/s0022-5347(17)56290-4.

Lower extremity complications of the lithotomy position: prevention and management

R G Leff, S R Shapiro
Case Reports

Lower extremity complications of the lithotomy position: prevention and management

R G Leff et al. J Urol. 1979 Jul.

Abstract

We describe 2 unusual and serious complications of the lithotomy position, anterior compartment syndrome and peroneal nerve palsy. The methods of management and prevention are discussed.

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