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. 2005 Sep;39(9):e35. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2004.012518

Results of compartment decompression in chronic forearm compartment syndrome: six case presentations

H Zandi, S Bell
PMCID: PMC1725310  PMID: 16118288

Abstract

Methods: Six patients with a flexor compartment chronic compartment syndrome, documented by pressure studies, had forearm compartment decompression.

Results: All patients had good relief of their exercise associated forearm pain following the decompression. Widening of the incisional scar was frequently reported.

Conclusion: Forearm compartment decompression is effective in relieving the symptoms related to chronic forearm compartment syndrome.

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