Cowell N, Kalnow A. Upper Extremity Hematoma: An Atypical Case of Compartment Syndrome.
Cureus 2021;
13:e12453. [PMID:
33552771 PMCID:
PMC7853728 DOI:
10.7759/cureus.12453]
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Abstract
Compartment syndrome is a potentially life- or limb-threatening condition that carries high morbidity if not promptly diagnosed and treated. This case is an atypical presentation demonstrating why a high index of suspicion, prompt surgical consultation, and intervention is required if compartment syndrome is suspected.
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