| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9373404 | Journal of Pediatric Surgery | 2005 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Open fractures significantly increased the risk of developing a compartment syndrome for both forearm and leg fractures. Sixty percent of the patients went directly from the emergency room to the operating room, suggesting that the others developed the compartment syndrome after admission, or had delayed diagnosis.
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Authors
Brian E. Grottkau, Howard R. Epps, Carla Di Scala,