The pathogenesis of anterior tibial syndrome. An illustrative case

1. A case of hernia of the anterior tibial muscles is described in which repair of the hernia under tension was followed by local muscle necrosis and contracture. 2. This case supports the theory of pathogenesis of the anterior tibial syndrome that increased tension in the compartment embarrasses th...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume 1968-05, Vol.50 (2), p.383-385
1. Verfasser: Paton, D F
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:1. A case of hernia of the anterior tibial muscles is described in which repair of the hernia under tension was followed by local muscle necrosis and contracture. 2. This case supports the theory of pathogenesis of the anterior tibial syndrome that increased tension in the compartment embarrasses the blood supply of the contained muscles.
ISSN:0301-620X
2044-5377
DOI:10.1302/0301-620x.50b2.383