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Abstract
We present the case of a young, fit woman who developed a forearm phlegmon with subsequent compartment syndrome. Further investigation found her to be suffering from endocarditis and she had had recent dental work. Presentation and management is discussed, with learning points highlighted.Entities:
Keywords: Compartment syndrome; Phlegmon
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Year: 2016 PMID: 26890848 PMCID: PMC5226171 DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2016.0083
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann R Coll Surg Engl ISSN: 0035-8843 Impact factor: 1.891