Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Dec 2012
Factors associated with persistent sequelae after fasciotomy for acute compartment syndrome.
To determine factors associated with persistent sequelae after fasciotomy for acute compartment syndrome. ⋯ To reduce the risk of persistent sequelae after fasciotomy, careful preoperative planning and meticulous perioperative care is needed to avoid multiple operations and post-fasciotomy complications. Patients whose wounds healed by secondary intention showed the best outcome.