Acute compartment syndrome is more common in those under 35 years of age 1. It is ten times more common in males and most commonly seen following tibial shaft fractures 2.… See more

There are five characteristic signs and symptoms (5 Ps) for acute compartment … See more

Acute compartment syndrome results primarily from an increase in intracompartmental pressure. This is often associated with trauma such as fractures or muscle inju… See more

Acute compartment syndrome is diagnosed based on clinical findings and the measurement of compartmental pressures. The utilization of imaging is generally limited 4. I… See more

Immediate management of suspected acute compartment syndrome involves relieving pressures on the compartment (e.g. dressing, splint, or cast) and placing the limb at t… See more