fasciotomy

(noun)

The cutting of the fascia to relieve tension or pressure (and treat the resulting loss of circulation to an area of tissue or muscle).

Related Terms

Examples of fasciotomy in the following topics:

  • Compartment Syndrome

    • Acute compartment syndrome is a medical emergency requiring immediate surgical treatment, known as a fasciotomy, to allow the pressure to return to normal .
    • In cases where symptoms persist, the condition can be treated with a fasciotomy.
    • A fasciotomy is a surgical treatment for compartment syndrome.

  • Noncholera Vibrios

    • Medical therapy consists of the following: prompt initiation of effective antibiotic therapy (doxycycline or a quinolone), intensive medical therapy with aggressive fluid replacement, vasopressors for hypotension and septic shock, early fasciotomy within 24 hours after development of clinical symptoms in patients with necrotizing fasciitis, early debridement of the infected wound, expeditious and serial surgical evaluation and intervention to prevent rapid deterioration, especially in patients with necrotizing fasciitis or compartment syndrome.

  • Shin Splint Syndrome

    • "Posterior fasciotomy" is the procedure performed.