Midpalmar space hematoma mimicking compartment syndrome of the hand.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A hematoma in the midpalmar space following a crush injury produced the signs and symptoms of compartment syndrome. The clinical presentation, findings at surgery, and likely pathogenesis are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Compartment Syndromes
- Fractures, Closed
- Hand Injuries
- Hematoma
- Metacarpus
Anatomy
- hand