Compartment Syndrome in a Patient on Rivaroxaban with Severe Peripheral Arterial Disease: A Case Report-Compartment Syndrome in a Patient on Rivaroxaban with Severe Peripheral Arterial Disease: A Case Report

Compartment Syndrome in a Patient on Rivaroxaban with Severe Peripheral Arterial Disease: A Case Report

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The poster presented by Hillary Ramroop focuses on a case report of compartment syndrome in an 84-year-old male with peripheral arterial disease who was on rivaroxaban. The patient experienced severe lower extremity pain and was diagnosed with acute compartment syndrome. He underwent emergent fasciotomy and achieved a contact guard level of ambulation upon discharge. The poster includes images from a CAT scan showing an intramuscular hematoma and soft tissue swelling. The presentation highlights the importance of recognizing non-traumatic causes of compartment syndrome and the potential role of rivaroxaban in atraumatic spontaneous bleeding. Rehabilitation goals include wound care, swelling management, and exercises to promote range of motion and strength.

Keywords

compartment syndrome

peripheral arterial disease

rivaroxaban

acute compartment syndrome

non-traumatic causes