Osteotomy induced compartment syndrome: A case Report

Abstract

Acute Compartment Syndrome (ACS) is a known potential complication of trauma and surgery of the leg. Although routine intracompartment pressure monitoring may prevent many cases, a high index of suspicion and aggressive preventive measures are the mainstay of management especially in high-risk patients. In spite of this awareness, a case of ACS an unusual sequele of osteotomy is reported from an Orthopaedics Center with associated significant morbidity and prolonged hospital stay.

Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences Vol. 17 (1) 2007: pp. 66-69