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Preferred term

Compartment Syndromes  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Conditions in which increased pressure within a limited space compromises the BLOOD CIRCULATION and function of tissue within that space. Some of the causes of increased pressure are TRAUMA, tight dressings, HEMORRHAGE, and exercise. Sequelae include nerve compression (NERVE COMPRESSION SYNDROMES); PARALYSIS; and ISCHEMIC CONTRACTURE. FASCIOTOMY is often used to decompress increased pressure and eliminate pain associated with compartment syndromes.

In other languages

  • French

  • Syndrome compartimental
  • Syndrome de compression des loges musculaires
  • Syndromes compartimentaux
  • Syndromes des loges musculaires

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-ZMMCKVW7-S

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