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A Novel Non-invasive Method for the Detection of Elevated Intra-compartmental Pressures of the Leg
Published on: May 31, 2019
[Compartment syndrome of the lower leg and foot. Anatomy and pathophysiology]
1Klinik für Unfallchirurgie und Orthopädie, Spezielle Unfallchirurgie, Mühlenkreiskliniken (AöR), Johannes Wesling Klinikum Minden, Minden, Deutschland. christian.jaeger@klinikum-minden.de
Abstract:
Due to the unique anatomy and pathophysiology involved, a compartment syndrome (CS) of the lower leg and foot is prone to develop sequelae that demand operative reconstruction. Moreover, the two regions are closely related. Although research into various pathophysiological areas is revealing specific complexities, aspects of the foot's compartmental anatomy remain controversial, perhaps because of methodological reasons. This may result in particular practices for diagnosing and treating CS in this region, which are discussed in this article.
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