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DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1721654
Neonatal Extremity Compartment Syndrome: A Rare Diagnosis Requiring Prompt Recognition
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Abstract
Neonatal extremity compartment syndrome is an extremely rare diagnosis. Risk factors that predispose infants to a hypercoagulable state or trauma have been implicated, but the exact mechanisms remain poorly understood. The hallmark of the condition is extremity swelling with sentinel skin changes. We report a case of upper extremity compartment syndrome from initial presentation until 3 months after discharge and discuss the importance of prompt diagnosis and timely surgical evaluation.
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All authors have no financial relationships relevant to this article to disclose.
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Dr. Severyn obtained consent from the mother to present the case and use images.
Dr. Severyn and Dr. Kua conceptualized and designed the study, drafted the initial manuscript, and critically reviewed and revised the manuscript.
Both Dr. Severyn and Dr. Kua approved the final manuscript as submitted and agreed to be accountable for all aspects of the work.
Publikationsverlauf
Eingereicht: 25. April 2020
Angenommen: 21. August 2020
Artikel online veröffentlicht:
16. November 2020
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