[Biomechanical and biochemical aspects of traumatized lower leg]

In the distal lower leg on a minimal sectional area we find a lot of anatomical structures which mainly consist of supporting tissue in a high quantity. Blood vessels are rare in this area. The increase of volume in the compartments following an external influence quickly produces pressures compressing the blood system. The changed biochemical conditions of the tissue are measurable with the help of laboratory-clinical methods. It is necessary that the operative technique considers the biomechanical and biochemical conditions.