Bilateral Upper-Extremity Acute Exertional Compartment Syndrome: A Case Report
Kanwar Partap S Parhar1, David Frolov1, Vadim Dolgov1
1Washington State University, Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, Spokane, Washington, USA.
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
|February 29, 2024
Summary
Acute exertional compartment syndrome (AECS) can cause severe damage if not treated quickly. This case highlights a rare instance of bilateral upper-extremity AECS, emphasizing prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Acute exertional compartment syndrome (AECS) is a serious condition requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent severe outcomes.
- Delayed diagnosis of AECS is common due to various factors, complicating patient management.
- Limited literature exists on bilateral upper-extremity AECS, presenting unique clinical challenges.
Keywords:
Compartment syndromeacute compartment syndromeacute exertional compartment syndromefasciotomyMore Related Videos
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