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Compartment syndrome complicating acute osteomyelitis of the radius in a neonate: a case report
N O C Onyemaechi1, S O Popoola
1Department of Surgery, Federal Medical Centre Makurdi, Nigeria. bisionyemaechi@yahoo.com
Background:
Acute osteomyelitis in neonates is uncommon and compartment syndrome complicating this condition is rare.
Method:
The evaluation of a 4-week old female neonate who presented with compartment syndrome of the right forearm following an acute osteomyelitis of the right radius is presented.
Result:
The patient had a full recovery with emergency fasciotomy and antibiotics therapy.
Conclusion:
A high index of suscipion is needed to recognize this limb and life-threatening complication, specially in neonates and infants. Prompt surgical intervention is necessary for the best clinical outcome.
