Risk factors for developing acute compartment syndrome in the pediatric population: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionIn the present study, open fractures, high-energy trauma, concurrent humerus and forearm fractures, and male gender significantly increased the risk of developing ACS in the pediatric population. Clinicians should raise their suspicion for ACS when one or multiple of these factors are present in the right clinical context.Type of studySystematic review and meta-analysis.Level of evidenceIII.
Source: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research