Delayed lower leg compartment syndrome in the uninjured limb following hemilithotomy positioning: Report of three cases, review of the literature, and recommendations for prevention

Compartment syndrome in the uninjured leg as a complication of prolonged positioning in a hemilithotomy position is a serious complication. Prolonged operative time, external compression, and elevation of the sound leg are contributing factors. This is a devastating, but rare complication in the uninjured leg