ABSTRACT
The quality of functional results is related to the promptness of treatment. Therefore, treatment of acute compartment syndrome must not be delayed. The goal of treatment is to restore a normal neuromuscular function. This is achieved by normalizing the local perfusion pressure, which is obtained by decreasing the abnormally elevated intramuscular pressure in the compartment by fasciotomy. Early active treatment to reduce edema following surgery is important. The wound is closed by secondary wound closure in most patients with residual swelling after fasciotomy.
