compartment syndrome Compartment syndrome Last reviewed: August 11, 2012. Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that involves increased pressure in a muscle compartment. It can lead to muscle and nerve damage and problems with blood flow. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Thick layers of tissue, called fascia, separate groups of muscles in the arms and legs from each other. Inside each layer of fascia is a c.. 2012. 12. 17. 이전 1 다음