Gluteal Compartment Syndrome Misdiagnosed as Deep Vein Thrombosis

Abstract

SUMMARYGluteal compartment syndrome usually occurs secondary to prolonged immobility and recumbency following alcohol and drug abuse. The resultant pain and swelling in the lower limb may be misdiagnosed as deep vein thrombosis. Once compartment syndrome is diagnosed, urgent decompression fasciotomy is required. The outcome is poor if the diagnosis is missed or delayed. We report such a case.