Journal of Clinical Case Reports

Acute Compartment Syndrome Leading to Bilateral Foot Drop in Association with Hypothyroidism

Abstract

Joe Thomas, Vimal Iype and Joice Varghese

Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) most often develops soon after significant trauma, particularly involving long bone fractures. However, ACS may also occur following minor trauma or from non-traumatic causes. ACS is a surgical emergency. We report an unusual case of acute compartment syndrome leading to bilateral foot drop in association with hypothyroidism.