Extravasation of Contrast Medium (Omnipaque) resulting in Compartment Syndrome

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A case of acute compartment syndrome of the upper extremity, resulting directly from the extravasation of Contrast medium (omnipaque), that presented as upper extremity ischemia, is described. Timely surgical interventions like multiple fasciotomies on the dorsal aspect of hand resulted in an excellent outcome. All patients with upper extremity extravasation should be evaluated to rudle out compartment syndrome, despite the absence of typical signs and symptoms in the post injection phase on an hourly basis.