Overview
- This open access book describes the state of the art in the diagnosis and management of compartment syndrome
- Pathophysiology, pressure management, fasciotomy of the upper and lower extremity, and treating unique populations are discussed in detail
- A unique and timely resource for orthopedic and trauma surgeons
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Table of contents (18 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Back Matter
Keywords
About this book
Compartment syndrome is a complex physiologic process with significant potential harm, and though an important clinical problem, the basic science and research surrounding this entity remains poorly understood. This unique open access book fills the gap in the knowledge of compartment syndrome, re-evaluating the current state of the art on this condition. The current clinical diagnostic criteria are presented, as well as the multiple dilemmas facing the surgeon. Pathophysiology, ischemic thresholds and pressure management techniques and limitations are discussed in detail. The main surgical management strategy, fasciotomy, is then described for both the upper and lower extremities, along with wound care. Compartment syndrome due to patient positioning, in children and polytrauma patients, and unusual presentations are likewise covered. Novel diagnosis and prevention strategies, as well as common misconceptions and legal ramifications stemming from compartment syndrome, round out the presentation.
Unique and timely, Compartment Syndrome: A Guide to Diagnosis and Management will be indispensable for orthopedic and trauma surgeons confronted with this common yet challenging medical condition.
Editors and Affiliations
About the editors
Cyril Mauffrey, MD, FACS, FRCS, Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Interim Director of Service, Department of Orthopedics, Denver Health Medical Center, Denver, CO, USA
David J. Hak, MD, MBA, FACS, Hughston Orthopedic Trauma Group, Central Florida Regional Hospital , Sanford, FL USAMurphy P. Martin, III, MD, Assistant Professor , Tulane University School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, New Orleans, LA, USA
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Compartment Syndrome
Book Subtitle: A Guide to Diagnosis and Management
Editors: Cyril Mauffrey, David J. Hak, Murphy P. Martin III
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-22331-1
Publisher: Springer Cham
eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2019
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-030-22330-4Published: 26 September 2019
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-030-22333-5Published: 11 September 2020
eBook ISBN: 978-3-030-22331-1Published: 02 September 2019
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XIII, 181
Number of Illustrations: 5 b/w illustrations, 9 illustrations in colour
Topics: Orthopedics, Surgery