Congenital Volkmann ischemic contracture – a case report.

Abstract

Congenital Volkmann ischemic contracture is a rare condition occurring in utero and characterized
by ischemia of nerve and muscle caused by raised pressure within a closed fascial
space. The Authors report a newborn presenting at birth with a unilateral, well-demarcated
necrotic plaque and nerve paralysis. The clinical and histological findings led to the diagnosis
of congenital Volkmann ischemic contracture.