USF-LVHN SELECT
Unilateral Forearm Ulceration in a Newborn: Thinking Outside the Box (Compartment).
Publication/Presentation Date
6-1-2026
Abstract
This case details a neonate with unilateral forearm ulceration and motor weakness diagnosed with neonatal limb compartment syndrome (NLCS) following interdisciplinary collaboration. NLCS is a rare cause of congenital extremity ulceration. Due to low clinical suspicion, it is easily misdiagnosed, leading to delayed treatment and preventable complications including motor deficits, or in severe cases, amputation. NLCS is sparsely recognized in dermatologic literature, although dermatologists may be the first point of contact as consultants.
ISSN
1525-1470
Published In/Presented At
Bair, C., Warbasse, E., & Albers, S. (2026). Unilateral Forearm Ulceration in a Newborn: Thinking Outside the Box (Compartment). Pediatric dermatology, 10.1111/pde.70289. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.70289
Disciplines
Medical Education | Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
42225139
Department(s)
USF-LVHN SELECT Program, USF-LVHN SELECT Program Students
Document Type
Article