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A Neonatal Mouse Spinal Cord Compression Injury Model

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Neonatal compartment syndrome.

B Martin¹, L Treharne¹

¹Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , UK.

Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

|May 4, 2016

Summary

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Neonatal compartment syndrome in newborns can lead to severe limb dysfunction. Even with prompt diagnosis and treatment, outcomes for this condition remain challenging, often resulting in poor arm function.

Keywords:

Compartment syndrome Fasciotomy Neonatal Volkmann

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Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Neonatal Care

Background:

Neonatal compartment syndrome is a critical condition requiring urgent intervention.
Early diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for limb salvage.

Observation:

A term neonate presented with a swollen, discolored left hand and forearm.
Emergency forearm fasciotomies were performed at six hours of age, followed by debridement and skin grafting.

Findings:

Despite timely surgical intervention and subsequent hand therapy, the neonate developed severe flexion contractures.
Further reconstructive surgeries, including artificial dermal matrix and K-wire fixation, were performed.

Implications:

Neonatal compartment syndrome can lead to poor long-term functional outcomes, even with optimal care.
This case highlights the persistent challenges in managing neonatal compartment syndrome and achieving favorable functional results.