title: Compartment syndromes of the foot.
abstract: Acute compartment syndrome of the foot is a clinical entity that can cause severe impairment and permanent residual disability. Early diagnosis and prompt intervention are necessary to achieve optimal clinical results.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Shereff
mesh_terms: D003161:Compartment Syndromes / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D005528:Foot / Q000601:surgery*; D018409:Foot Injuries; D006801:Humans; D014949:Wounds, Nonpenetrating / Q000150:complications