Fasciotomy (Compartment Syndrome)
About Fasciotomy (Compartment Syndrome)
Fasciotomy is an emergency surgical procedure performed to relieve dangerously increased pres...
Fasciotomy is an emergency surgical procedure performed to relieve dangerously increased pressure within muscle compartments, commonly in the arms or legs.
Overview
Compartment syndrome occurs when swelling or bleeding inside a closed muscle compartment reduces blood flow and damages muscles, nerves, and tissues. Immediate treatment is necessary to prevent permanent disability or limb loss.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms That May Require Fasciotomy (Compartment Syndrome)
- ⦾ Severe limb pain
- ⦾ Swelling and tightness
- ⦾ Numbness or tingling
- ⦾ Weakness
- ⦾ Reduced pulses in severe cases
- ⦾ Pain worsening with movement
Recovery & Outlook
Early fasciotomy usually preserves limb function and prevents major tissue damage. Delayed treatment may lead to permanent complications.
Risks
- ⦾ Muscle damage
- ⦾ Nerve injury
- ⦾ Infection
- ⦾ Permanent disability
- ⦾ Limb amputation if untreated
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Wound dressing and monitoring
- ⦾ Pain management
- ⦾ Physiotherapy
- ⦾ Infection prevention
- ⦾ Limb elevation when advised
Doctors Who Perform Fasciotomy (Compartment Syndrome)
Meet experienced orthopedics (bone & joint care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform fasciotomy (compartment syndrome).
Dr Naveen Kumar B M
MBBS, MS Orthopedics
KMC: 112492
Consultant Arthroplasty, Trauma, Sports Medicine ad Arthroscopy Surgeon
Dr Sharan Achar T
MBBS, MS Ortho, DNB, FASSI, FAO
KMC: 109282
Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram
MBBS, MD (ANAES), FFPMRCA (UK) - Orthopedics
KMC: 80575
Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon
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