Lower Extremity Compartment Syndrome in Infants Associated With Child Abuse: A Report of Two Cases : Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma

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Lower Extremity Compartment Syndrome in Infants Associated With Child Abuse

A Report of Two Cases

Mooney, James F. III MD; Cramer, Kathryn E. MD

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Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma 18(5):p 320-322, May 2004.

Abstract

Summary: 

Compartment syndrome associated with child abuse is unreported in the literature. We describe two cases secondary to lower extremity fractures resulting from child abuse. The diagnosis and management of compartment syndrome are reviewed. Orthopaedic surgeons involved in the care of pediatric patients must be aware of this potentially devastating complication, and must be prepared for timely management.

© 2004 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

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