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	Postgraduate Medicine: Lower extremity compartment syndrome
		Symptoms of chronic compartment syndrome may be reproduced in the office by using a rubber tension band to alternately dorsiflex and plantarflex the ankle.
		The anterior compartment is reached by inserting the catheter halfway between the tibial crest and the lateral intermuscular septum in the central portion of the compartment.
		Acute compartment syndrome of the thigh: a spectrum of injury.
	www.postgradmed.com /issues/1999/03_99/swain.htm (2628 words)

	Orthopaedic Journal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Because tissue perfusion in a compartment is dependent on arteriolar and capillary perfusion gradients, a compartment syndrome may result in the presence of peripheral pulses.
		It is important to avoid the superficial peroneal nerve during its exit from the fascia of the lateral compartment traversing anterior in the distal third of the leg.
		The lateral compartment is then released with an incision on the inferior-medial aspect of its overlying fascia, extending to the lateral side of the foot.
	www.uphs.upenn.edu /ortho/oj/1997/oj10sp97p49.html (7473 words)

	World Intellectual Property Organization (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Preferably, the treatment compartment is a cartridge disposed within the housing containing a hydrocarbon absorption media for absorbing hydrocarbons comprising: a polymeric absorbent comprising a material selected from the group consisting of styrene, pentadiene, cyclopentadiene, butylene, ethylene, isoprene, butadiene, propylene and mixtures thereof; and a filtration enabler intimately mixed with the polymeric absorbent.
		compartment such that hydrocarbon contaminated water entering from a top portion of the housing is directed into the treatment compartment by passing through interior walls of the at least one porous tube such that any debris may be captured within the at least one porous tube.
		Filtration compartment 14 is key to providing a means for filtering out debris and sediment which has a tendency to clog treatment compartment 18 which when clogged accumulates water in the parking lot or containment area.
	www.wipo.int /ipdl/IPDL-CIMAGES/view/pct/getbykey5?KEY=01/58560.010816&ELEMENT_SET=DECL (5650 words)

	Compartment syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The compartment syndrome is a condition in which increased pressure within a muscle compartment causes a decrease in blood supply to the affected muscles.
		The so-called compartments are groups of muscles surrounded by inelastic fascia and thus any swelling of muscles leaves no room for expansion and blood supply is progressively cut-off.
		The chronic compartment syndrome which occurs as an overuse injury is most commonly seen in the muscles of the lower extremity but has also been described in the forearm and the thigh.
	www.rice.edu /~jenky/sports/cmpt.html (483 words)

	xtri.com \| sport health \| compartment syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Compartment syndrome is a general term which can cover a variety of different areas in the body but for this discussion we're going to focus on the anterior compartment of the lower leg as this is the primary area that would be affected in runners and triathletes.
		This anterior compartment is defined by the tibia bone on the inside, the fibula bone to the rear, and the crural fascia surrounding it all.
		By definition, compartment syndrome "occurs in anatomic locations that have unyielding, well defined osteofascial spaces."(1) That makes the anterior compartment of the lower leg the perfect place for potential problems because it is bordered on 2 sides by bone.
	www.xtri.com /article.asp?id=215 (430 words)

	Compartment Syndrome - Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics
		Simulation of compartment syndrome by rupture of the deep femoral artery from blunt trauma.
		Compartment syndrome as a complication of the Hauser procedure.
		Acute compartment syndromes: diagnosis and treatment with the aid of the wick catheter.
	www.wheelessonline.com /ortho/compartment_syndrome (712 words)

	► Compartment syndrome
		Swelling leading to compartment syndrome is associated with high-energy trauma, such as from a car accident or crush injury, or surgery.
		Chronic compartment syndrome can be caused by repetitive activities like running that cause an increase in pressure in a compartment only during the activity.
		Compartment syndrome is most common in the lower leg and forearm, although it can also occur in the hand, foot, thigh and upper arm.
	www.umm.edu /ency/article/001224.htm (364 words)

	Compartment -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		As an official part of the blazon it is a comparatively late feature of heraldry, often derived from the need to have different supporters for different families or entities, although sometimes the compartment is treated in the (The official symbols of a family, state, etc.) blazon separately from the supporters.
		In rare cases, a compartment might be granted as an (The statement of a theme in notes of greater duration (usually twice the length of the original)) augmentation.
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	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/co/compartment.htm (222 words)

	Filter compartment diagram
		The four compartments and the layout of the plastic inlets is shown.
		The third compartment contains the biospheres with the nitrifying bacteria and it is the largest compartment of all.
		The front glass of the fourth compartment has two drilled holes through which the clear water is returned to the main tank.
	www.malawicichlidhomepage.com /haps/filter_diagram.html (362 words)

	Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery: Peroneal compartment syndrome of non-traumatic orgin: A case report (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Acute and chronic compartment syndromes are discussed and differentiated, and the importance of a high index of suspicion in all cases is emphasised.
		Acute compartment syndrome is of particular concern because the diagnosis must be made essentially on clinical grounds and must be acted upon promptly if serious and potentially irreversible injury to the relevant compartment is to be avoided.
		Literature reports suggest that the anterior compartment of the lower leg is the most susceptible and that this may be because the fibrous and osseous boundaries are far more defined and rigid than in the other compartments.8 Ger et al.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qa3794/is_200112/ai_n9018825 (1083 words)

	The Physician and Sportsmedicine: Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome
		Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS), though less serious, is painful and persistent and may halt physical activity, so primary care physicians should be able to recognize CECS in athletes.
		All compartments can be safely and efficiently evaluated in an outpatient setting, but knowledge of anatomy is essential for identifying the appropriate compartment and avoiding neurovascular structures.
		The first step in compartment pressure measurement is, of course, to identify the compartment and sterilize the overlying skin.
	www.physsportsmed.com /issues/1999/05_99/hutchinson.htm (847 words)

	Compartment syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Compartment syndrome involves the compression of nerves and blood vessels within an enclosed space, leading to impaired blood flow and nerve damage.
		Compartment syndrome may also occur due to tight bandages or casts; with significant swelling, pressure will build up and can cause compartment syndrome.
		Chronic compartment syndrome can be caused by repetitive activities like running that increase the pressure in a compartment only during that activity.
	www.vbmc.org /ency/article/001224.htm (324 words)

	eMedicine - Compartment Syndrome, Lower Extremity : Article by Stephen Wallace, MD (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Compartment syndrome (CS) is a condition in which the perfusion pressure falls below the tissue pressure in a closed anatomic space with subsequent compromise of circulation and function of tissues.
		The compartments of the lower leg and the volar forearm are particularly prone to developing elevated compartment pressures.
		In cases of suspected CS, immobilize tibial fractures with the ankle in slight plantar flexion, which decreases the deep posterior compartment pressure and does not lead to an increase in the anterior compartment pressure (note that postoperatively the ankle is held at 90 degrees to prevent equinus deformity).
	www.emedicine.com /orthoped/topic596.htm (5921 words)

	eMedicine - Compartment Syndrome, Upper Extremity : Article by Stephen Wallace, MD (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Compartment pressure measurements (see Image 1) are usually reserved for diagnosing chronic compartment syndrome (CCS), for evaluating comatose or anesthetized patients, or for situations in which the clinical examination findings are equivocal and the possibility of nonoperative management is likely.
		In the forearm, unlike the fascial compartments of the leg, the volar compartment, dorsal compartment, and mobile wad compartment (containing the brachioradialis and radial wrist extensors) are interconnected.
		Botte MJ, Gelberman RH: Acute compartment syndrome of the forearm.
	www.emedicine.com /orthoped/topic55.htm (6121 words)

	Compartment syndrome - UMMC
		The hallmark symptom of compartment syndrome is severe pain that does not respond to elevation or pain medication.
		When the compartment pressure is greater than 45 mmHg or when the pressure is within 30 mmHg of the diastolic blood pressure (the lower number of the blood pressure), then the diagnosis is made.
		When chronic compartment syndrome is suspected, this test must be performed immediately after the activity that causes pain.
	www.umm.edu /ency/article/compartment_syndrome_symptoms_001224sym.htm (266 words)

	IBM Software - CATIA Compartment and Access 2 (CNA) - Add-on Overview (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The compartment definitions are defined as part of the conceptual design of the ship and may be used by downstream design processes to help define and organize further refinement of the design.
		All compartments associated with a wall system are generated in one step and the user is provided with a compartment preview before generation.
		Compartment objects created with CATIA Compartment and Access 2 (CNA) can be used in downstream process to assist in the management of systems design.
	www-3.ibm.com /software/applications/plm/catiav5/prods/cna (829 words)

	Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery: A spontaneous compartment syndrome in a patient with diabetes
		A compartment syndrome is an orthopaedic emergency which can result from a variety of causes, the most common being trauma.
		Compartment syndrome is defined as an elevation of the interstitial pressure in a closed osteofascial compartment causing microvascular compromise.
		Acute compartment syndrome of both lower legs caused by ruptured tibial artery aneurysm in a patient with polyarteris nodosa: a case report and review of literature.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qa3767/is_200409/ai_n9416318 (1110 words)

	Docking Compartment of the Russian segment of the ISS
		The Docking Compartment, also known as Pirs ("Pier") or Docking Module, provides the airlock for the spacewalks from the Russian segment of the International Space Station, ISS.
		After the Docking Compartment docks to the ISS, the PAO section of the module jettisons to expose the standard docking port on the spacecraft, intended for the Soyuz docking.
		To play new role, the Docking Compartment would be equipped with the grappling device for the station's robot arm, which would be used to place the module to its new location prior to the arrival of the FGB-2 to the station.
	www.russianspaceweb.com /iss_dc.html (1666 words)

	Acute Compartment Syndrome - DynoMed.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Acute compartment syndrome is also called Volkman’s ischemic contracture. Ischemic contracture, which occurs with the passage of time, means the muscles that are not getting enough blood begin to tighten, contract, and die.
		In most cases, a trauma or injury is to blame for acute compartment syndrome. A broken or crushed leg or arm can put pressure on nerves or muscles in the area. And the injury itself can block the flow of blood to the area. With little blood flow, the cells begin to die.
		A less common cause of acute compartment syndrome can be a greatly increased level of exercise. People new to the military or people who run long distances may be at risk.
	www.dynomed.com /encyclopedia/encyclopedia/general_orthopaedics/Acute_Compartment_Syndrome_(Volkman's_Ischemic_Contracture).html (216 words)

	Operator Dies in Oxygen-Deficient Compartment of Ice-Making Barge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		As he was descending the compartment ladder he lost consciousness and fell to the bottom of the compartment (a maximum distance of about 11 feet).
		The compartment had not been entered for at least one year (the would-be rescuer, a former deckhand, stated he had been in the same compartment about two years ago to scrape rust, and the barge underwent drydock repairs about one year ago).
		The compartment was empty, and had normal amounts of rust accumulation for the age of the vessel.
	www.hss.state.ak.us /dph/chems/occupation_injury/reports/docs/92ak036.htm (3169 words)

	Compartment Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		That makes the anterior compartment of the lower leg the perfect place for potential problems because it is bordered on 2 sides by bone.
		This is a surgical procedure where an incision is made along the length of the affected compartment through the fascia to release the pressure.
		The concept behind the condition is the same in that the tissues in a closed space are compromised by pressure in the surrounding area, however the cause is usually the result of significant trauma, fractures, crushing injuries or some kind of clot or other occlusion of a blood vessel.
	www.spinalhealth.net /inj-comp.html (942 words)

	TRAUMA.ORG: Damage Control: Abdominal Compartment Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The abdominal compartment should be suspected and sought for in any multiple trauma patient who has undergone a period of profound shock.
		It is better to anticipate the development of abdominal compartment syndrome and use an alternate wound closure technique to prevent its occurrence.
		Sudden release of the abdominal compartment syndrome may lead to an ischaemia-reperfusion injury causing acidosis, vasodilatation, cardiac dysfunction and arrest.
	www.trauma.org /resus/DCSacs.html (636 words)

	PHAR 4634 - Chapter 19 Page 1 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		We have assumed that the drug, once administered is mixed instantaneously in the blood and that the drug distributes throughout the body rapidly reaching equilibrium throughout the tissue into which the drug enters.
		That is we don't have instantaneous equilibrium between the drug in all the various tissues of the body.
		These compartments can be called the central compartment and the peripheral compartment.
	www.boomer.org /c/p1/Ch19/Ch1901.html (352 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Compartment syndrome
		Compartment syndrome involves the compression of nerves and blood vessels within an enclosed space.
		If the diagnosis of compartment syndrome is made promptly and surgical release performed, the outlook is excellent for recovery of the muscles and nerves inside the compartment.
		While there is probably no way to prevent compartment syndrome, being very aware of this condition and early diagnosis and treatment will help to prevent many of the complications.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/001224.htm (890 words)

	Rednova NEWS \| Compartment Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Compartment syndrome affecting the limbs is a well-documented condition and there are cases where it has become evident following surgery undertaken with the patient in the Lloyd Davies position.
		Compartment syndrome (CS) is a life-threatening condition observed when perfusion pressure falls below tissue pressure in a closed anatomic space or compartment.
		Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) is a potentially fatal consequence of increased intra-abdominal pressure due to trauma or surgery.
	www.rednova.com /modules/news/tools.php?tool=print&id=115086 (4030 words)

	InsightCentral.net - Encyclopedia - Honda Insight Aluminum Construction
		A die-cast aluminum joint connected to the rear of these extrusions transfers any additional impact energy rearward to an oval-shaped, curved hexagonal extrusion, which further absorbs energy by bending upward.
		The aluminum extrusions that extend from the passenger compartment all the way back to the rear of the Insight on either side are also designed to progressively absorb rear-impact energy.
		In addition, the spare tire and wheel, and the Insight's aluminum suspension, including the tires and wheels, are designed to aid in rear-impact energy absorption.
	www.insightcentral.net /encyclopedia/enaluminum.html (906 words)

	Glove compartment - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A glove compartment is a compartment built into the dashboard on the passenger's side of an automobile, often used for miscellaneous storage.
		The original use of this compartment was to store gloves; hence the name.
		In the United Kingdom it is frequently called a glovebox (never a map case).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Glove_compartment (75 words)

	Chronic Compartment Syndrome
		Definition: Compartment syndrome is a clinical condition in which increased pressure within a closed anatomical space compromises the circulation and function of the tissues within that space.
		Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) is usually caused by trauma, i.e., closed leg fracture or contusion, although the trauma may be relatively minor.
		Chronic compartment syndrome (CCS) is an exercise-induced condition characterized by recurrent pain and disability.
	www.aapsm.org /chroniccompartment.html (505 words)

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