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The evolution of the compartment syndrome since 1948 as recorded in the JBJS (B)



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Abstract

This paper describes how we came to understand the pathophysiology of Volkmann’s ischaemic contracture with references to relevant papers in this Journal, and the investigation and management of acute compartment syndrome is briefly discussed.


Correspondence should be sent to Professor L. Klenerman at 5 Christ’s Court, 26 Victoria Street, Cambridge CB1 1JN, UK; e-mail: klenerman@btinternet.com

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