Compartment syndrome after compression sclerotherapy

Ann Vasc Surg. 2005 May;19(3):428-30. doi: 10.1007/s10016-005-0021-5.

Abstract

Acute limb compartment syndrome is a condition in which raised pressure within a closed fascial space reduces capillary perfusion below a level necessary for tissue viability. Although it is a rare but potentially disastrous complication of orthopedic injury to the extremities, it may occur spontaneously without a history of trauma, and any insult that tends to increase resistance to flow in the capillary bed in any anatomical situation may result in a compartment syndrome. We report an extremely rare case of compartment syndrome following compression sclerotherapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Compartment Syndromes / etiology*
  • Compartment Syndromes / physiopathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Pressure
  • Sclerotherapy / adverse effects*