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Complications of Fractures: Compartment SyndromeDefinition:%u2022 Increased pressure within a muscle compartmentCharacteristics:%u2022 Decreased or absent blood flow to affected area%u2022 Severe pain%u2022 Pulselessness in advanced casesCauses:%u2022 Fractures, crush injuries, tight castsManagement:%u2022 Emergency fasciotomy to relieve pressure
