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Compartment syndrome of the thigh. A case report and review of the literature
Newnham, M. S; Mitchell, D. I. G.
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  • Newnham, M. S; University of the West Indies. Department of Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. JM
  • Mitchell, D. I. G; University of the West Indies. Department of Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. JM
West Indian med. j ; 50(3): 239-242, Sept. 2001.
Article in En | LILACS | ID: lil-333362
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ABSTRACT
A case of compartment syndrome of the thigh following a gunshot injury that resulted in significant morbidity is presented. Early diagnosis of this uncommon condition requires a high index of suspicion in order to reduce morbidity and mortality. Timely diagnosis, emergency three-compartment decompression, prophylaxis against reperfusion syndrome and aggressive rehabilitation are necessary for a favourable outcome.
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Index: LILACS Main subject: Thigh / Wounds, Gunshot / Compartment Syndromes Type of study: Diagnostic_studies / Screening_studies Limits: Adult / Humans / Male Language: En Journal: West Indian med. j Journal subject: MEDICINA Year: 2001 Type: Article
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Index: LILACS Main subject: Thigh / Wounds, Gunshot / Compartment Syndromes Type of study: Diagnostic_studies / Screening_studies Limits: Adult / Humans / Male Language: En Journal: West Indian med. j Journal subject: MEDICINA Year: 2001 Type: Article