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risk factors and prognosis of acute compartment syndrome

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Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) is a serious condition characterized by increased pressure within a closed anatomical space, such as a limb compartment, leading to reduced tissue perfusion and potential tissue necrosis
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Risk factors

Several risk factors have been identified for ACS:

Prognosis

The prognosis of ACS largely depends on the timing of diagnosis and intervention. Early diagnosis and prompt surgical decompression are crucial determinants of good outcomes . However, delayed recognition and treatment can lead to serious complications, including permanent muscle and nerve damage, limb loss, and even death
  • Functional outcome: Long-term functional deficits are common in patients with ACS, particularly in the thigh. Factors such as high injury severity scores, ipsilateral femoral fracture, prolonged intervals to decompression, the presence of myonecrosis at the time of fasciotomy, and an age of more than thirty years are associated with increased long-term functional deficits and worse functional outcome scores

In conclusion, ACS is a serious condition with several risk factors, and its prognosis largely depends on the timing of diagnosis and intervention. Early recognition and prompt treatment are crucial to prevent serious complications and improve functional outcomes.

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