Ugeskr Laeger. 2008 Apr 28;170(18):1543-4.

[Lower limb compartment syndrome following laparoscopic sigmoid resection in the lithotomy position].

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Sydvestjysk Sygehus, Kirurgisk Klinik, Esbjerg, DK-6700 Esbjerg. krarup@ki.au.dk

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Lower limb compartment syndrome subsequent to surgery in the lithotomy position is a rare but devastating complication, termed well leg compartment syndrome (WLCS). We report a case of WLCS after a 290 minute long laparoscopic sigmoid resection commenced in the Lloyd-Davies position. 27 hours after surgery, four-compartment fasciotomy was performed confirming the diagnosis of compartment syndrome. The patient was discharged with a limp, awaiting further follow-up. Surgeons must be able to diagnose WLCS as delayed treatment may result in severe neuromuscular dysfunction.

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