Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2017 We evaluated the risks and success rates of the three major techniques for compartment syndrome fasciotomy closure by reviewing all literature published to date. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, we systematically evaluated the Medline (PubMed) database until July 2015, utilizing the Boolean ...
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From Throat to Limb: A Novel Case of Compartment Syndrome Following Group A Streptococcal Pharyngitis. [PDF]
Case Rep Infect DisAcute compartment syndrome is a medical emergency caused by increased pressure within a closed fascial space, leading to tissue ischemia and potential limb loss or death if untreated. While typically secondary to trauma, rare cases have been associated with streptococcal infections. However, no documented case exists of compartment syndrome originating
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Upper extremity acute compartment syndrome during tissue plasminogen activator therapy for pulmonary embolism in a morbidly obese patient [PDF]
, 2015 IntroductionDeep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are more frequently observed in morbidly obese patients. Tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) is a thrombolytic agent which dissolves the thrombus more rapidly than conventional heparin ...
Duymus, Tahir Mutlu +4 more
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A Condemnation of Subcutaneous Fasciotomy [PDF]
Military Medicine, 1998 Controversy exists regarding the indications and methods for lower-extremity fasciotomy. Two recent cases at our institution in which recurrent, acute limb-threatening ischemia occurred despite adequate fascial division have convinced us that in certain situations subcutaneous fasciotomy is clearly inadequate. In both patients, both of whom were young,
Cynthia K. Shortell +4 more
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Assessment and diagnosis of acute limb compartment syndrome: A literature review [PDF]
, 2014 Background: Compartment syndrome is a collection of symptoms that signal increased pressure in the muscle compartment and results in compromised tissue perfusion.
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The lived experience of Dupuytren's disease of the hand [PDF]
, 2009 This article is made available through the Brunel Open Access Publishing Fund.Aims: To describe patients’ experiences of living with Dupuytren’s disease. Background. Dupuytren’s disease is a chronic, progressive deformity of the hand which limits active
Byrne, G
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The Impact of Vascular Complications on Survival of Patients on Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. [PDF]
, 2016 BACKGROUND: There are various factors that can influence the survival of patients receiving venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO). Vascular complications from femoral cannulation are common and are potentially serious.
Cavarocchi, Nicholas C. +3 more
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The management of segmental tibial shaft fractures: A systematic review. [PDF]
, 2016 INTRODUCTION: Segmental tibial fractures are complex injuries associated with significant soft tissue damage that are difficult to treat. This study aimed to identify the most effective method of treating segmental tibial fractures.
Hing, CB +4 more
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Intra-abdominal hypertension and abdominal compartment syndrome in pancreatitis, paediatrics, and trauma [PDF]
, 2015 Intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) is an important contributor to early organ dysfunction in trauma and sepsis. However, relatively little is known about the impact of intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) in general internal medicine, pregnant patients, and ...
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