title: The high-pressure demands of compartment syndrome.
abstract: When increased pressure limits blood flow to muscles and nerves, prompt action is the key to preventing permanent disability.
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Lavin
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003161:Compartment Syndromes / Q000451:nursing / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000601:surgery; D000071938:Fasciotomy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009730:Nursing Assessment