Fasciotomy Significantly Improves Symptoms in Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome

– Mr. Luke Thornton* , Mr. Calum Thomson, Mr. James Chapman,

Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) is a rare cause of chronic exertional leg pain. Debate exists regarding whether or not patients benefit from compartmental decompression over conservative treatment. Further, whether fasciotomy or a minimally invasive approach is superior and all compartments vs selective compartment decompression.

Please click the link below to read the fully published paper. This new service is now being undertaken at Spire Liverpool for compartment pressure testing for legs and treatment, a service that is not available north of London and Bristol.

Chronic exertional compartment syndrome

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