Acute Compartment Syndrome of the Upper Extremity.

Abstract

Compartment syndrome of the upper extremity is rare, but happens frequently. It most often affects the forearm, compartment syndromes of the upper arm and hand are seen much more seldom. Early diagnosis and efficient fasciotomy is of highest importance to achieve good outcome and prevent development of Volkmann's ischemic contracture.

• Authors: Klaus J Burkhart, Lars P Mueller, Karl-Josef Prommersberger, Pol M Rommens
• Journal: European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society (Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg) Vol. 33 Issue 6 Pg. 584-8 (Dec 2007) ISSN: 1863-9933 [Print] Germany
• PMID: 26815085 (Publication Type: Journal Article)