Thigh compartment syndrome is uncommon and may go unrecognized ... The iliotibial band is incised for the length of the incision. The vastus lateralis muscle is reflected superiorly and medially ...

Limited-incision fasciotomy has not been shown ... we do not recommend its use for the treatment of acute compartment syndrome in the upper extremity. It may be acceptable for treatment in ...

A case is reported of chronic exertional compartment syndrome treated by fasciotomy. The decompression procedure was complicated by injury to the saphenous nerve. The importance of accurate placement ...