title: An expanding forearm phlegmon and subsequent compartment syndrome.
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.
authors.affiliation: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust , UK.
authors.forename: R A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Agha
authors.affiliation: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust , UK.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Geh
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002481:Cellulitis; D003161:Compartment Syndromes; D005260:Female; D005542:Forearm / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans
keywords: Compartment syndrome; Phlegmon