Exogenous Peptide Injection Causing Medical Thigh Compartment Syndrome

Acute compartment syndrome can be caused by any condition that increases the pressure of an intracompartmental muscular space, resulting in ischemia, which is a limb-threatening emergency. This case report is the first known documented example of an exogenously injected peptide causing compartment syndrome. The use of natural supplements and holistic therapies is on the rise, specifically, peptide injections. It is important to obtain the history of use and routes of administration of these substances.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Clinical Communications: Adult Source Type: research