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MARCH GANGRENE

John P. Blandy 1; and Robert Fuller 1

1 The Surgical Division and Convalescent Wing, Cawglen Military Hospital, Glasgow

1. Three cases are described in which ischaemic necrosis of certain leg muscles followed exercise.

2. Previous reports of this condition are analysed, and the histology is discussed.

3. The term march gangrene is suggested for this condition.

4. The treatment advised is early and extensive fasciotomy.




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