Kompartmentsyndrome
Kompartmentsyndrom, or compartment syndrome, is a medical emergency characterized by elevated pressure within a closed fascial compartment, leading to impaired tissue perfusion and potential necrosis of muscle and nerves.
It most commonly affects the leg or forearm after fractures, crush injuries, severe contusions, burns, or reperfusion
Classic symptoms include severe, out-of-proportion pain and pain on passive stretch, along with numbness or tingling.
Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by measurement of intracompartmental pressure when the presentation is uncertain. Pressure
Treatment is emergent fasciotomy to decompress all affected compartments. Immediate removal of restrictive casts or dressings,