Preventing well leg compartment syndrome among patients in the lithotomy position —Operating room nurses' perspectives: A qualitative study

ConclusionThe severe complication of well leg compartment syndrome (WLCS) can occur when the patient is in the lithotomy position. Maintaining the same routines and paying attention to the WHO's surgical safety checklist were described as actions that could prevent well leg compartment syndrome.Patient or Public ContributionNo patient or public contribution. We have interviewed nurses but without financial support since the study was performed and supervised within a master programme.

Source: Nursing Open - August 13, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Johansson Susanne, H örnsten Åsa Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research