Abstract:Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) is a surgical emergency that requires urgent fasciotomy to prevent irreversible sequelae. Symptoms usually include intense pain, tenderness in the affected area, tingling or burning sensation, and in severe cases, numbness or weakness and limb amputation due to ischemia from compression of the blood vessels, respectively. This case report describes a 19-year-old female who presented with complaints of severe pain and swelling in her right forearm. On examination, no bite marks,… Show more
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