Pediatric emergency care
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Pediatric emergency care · Jun 1994
Review Case ReportsCompartment syndrome secondary to prolonged intraosseous infusion.
Intraosseous infusions are a valuable means of establishing intravascular access in pediatric emergencies. We report a case of compartment syndrome from prolonged intraosseous infusion (53 hours). ⋯ In addition, the use of x-ray and hourly measurement of leg circumference may help to determine whether a line is still in place. Also, given the changing circumstances and technology under which intraosseous infusions are used, new prospective studies of their complications are needed.