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Area of Science:

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Surgical Complications
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Background:

  • Lower limb compartment syndrome (LLCS) is a rare but severe complication associated with prolonged lithotomy positioning in colorectal surgery.
  • The underlying mechanism involves sustained pressure on muscle compartments, leading to reduced blood flow and subsequent reperfusion injury.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence of LLCS following colorectal surgery.
  • To identify risk factors associated with LLCS to guide preventative strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of adult patients undergoing colorectal surgery from the American College of Surgeons NSQIP database (2006-2022).
  • Primary outcome was postoperative compartment syndrome requiring fasciotomy; exclusions included concurrent vascular procedures or embolism diagnoses.
  • Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess the association between operative time and fasciotomy.

Main Results:

  • Out of 773,981 patients, 35 required fasciotomy within 2 days of colorectal surgery.
  • Median operative time was significantly longer in the fasciotomy group (388 minutes) compared to the non-fasciotomy group (162 minutes).
  • A time-response relationship was observed: operative times exceeding 3-5 hours increased fasciotomy odds 3.5-fold, with further increases for longer durations. Younger age (<50), ASA class IV-V, and preoperative transfusion were also associated with fasciotomy.

Conclusions:

  • Prolonged operative time (>3-5 hours) in lithotomy position during colorectal surgery is a significant risk factor for LLCS and subsequent fasciotomy, particularly in younger patients.
  • Increased awareness and development of guidelines for routine intraoperative lower extremity assessment are crucial for early recognition and prevention of LLCS.