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Is it typical to check for compartment syndrome when a muscle hernia is found in the leg?

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Compartment syndrome: Compartment syndrome is typically an emergency, associated with trauma, fracture, pain and swelling in the limb. A pressure monitor device can be used to measure compartment pressures when in doubt. It required a needle inserted into your leg in several locations. Done in emergency room or hospital.

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Answered 1/31/2015

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