Surgical management of compartment syndrome and the gradual closure of a fasciotomy wound using a DermaClose device

摘要

The immediate recognition and timely response of compartment syndrome due to damage caused by penetrating trauma has immense clinical outcomes. The following is a case report of a complicated fasciotomy in a 33-year-old male who suffered a gunshot wound to his left lower extremity and the surgical management leading to adequate limb salvage and recovery.