PMID: 11912100Mar 26, 2002Paper

Endoscopically assisted fasciotomy: description of technique and in vitro assessment of lower-leg compartment decompression

The American Journal of Sports Medicine
F J LeversedgeJohn W Xerogeanes

Abstract

We describe a reliable method of endoscopically assisted fasciotomy for treating chronic exertional compartment syndrome in the lower leg and for assessing compartment decompression in an in vitro model. Endoscopically assisted fasciotomy was performed in the anterior and lateral compartments of 14 matched, fresh-frozen, through-the-knee amputation specimens using a 30 degrees endoscope. A one-incision technique used in 4 specimens failed to provide complete visualization, and a two-incision technique was then performed in 10 specimens. After decompression, the skin and subcutaneous tissues were removed to assess adequacy of release, nerve decompression, anatomic course of the superficial peroneal nerve, and potential complications. Endoscopic visualization of the fascial layer and subcutaneous neurovascular structures permitted consistent compartment decompression. Fascial release, expressed as a percentage of length from the proximal origin of the fascia to the inferior retinaculum, was 99.8% (range, 98.4% to 100%) for the anterior compartment and 96.4% (range, 82% to 100%) for the lateral compartment. There were no retained fascial bands, unrecognized fascial defects, or neurovascular injuries. Optimal visualization with end...Continue Reading

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