July 5, 2023
By Vipul Kella, M.D., MBA. FACEP Expert Witness Case Review: Compartment Syndrome Case: A 17-year-old was injured while playing indoor soccer. He presented to the ER with a broken left and underwent surgery the same night. He began complaining of pain, numbness, and burning to the leg after discharge but was discharged home. Six days later
September 7, 2022
Mavor first described chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome (CECS) in 1956 in which there was increased pressure within a specific muscle compartment of the leg, which causes pressure on vessels and nerves causing the symptoms. Abstract Increased tissue pressure within a fascial compartment may be the result of any increase in volume within its contents or
December 11, 2020
Orthopedic surgery is one of the most commonly sued medical specialties. Misdiagnosed compartment syndrome and delayed compartment syndrome are some of the highest medical malpractice claims, and result in some of the highest indemnity payments in orthopedic litigation. A timely diagnosis is critical. Abstract As a true orthopedic emergency, acute compartment syndrome carries significant risks
August 25, 2020
Proper management of Acute Compartment Syndrome minimizes or avoids the sequel associated with a late diagnosis and may reduce the risk of malpractice claims. As acute compartment syndrome is a clinical emergency, early findings are crucial. Abstract Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) is a clinical condition with potentially dramatic consequences if it not diagnosed early. Good