# Infants With Dorsal Hand Compartment Syndrome Due to Intravenous Infiltration of Glucose Acetate Ringer’s Solution

## TL;DR

Two infants developed hand and forearm compartment syndrome after receiving glucose acetate Ringer’s solution, highlighting its potential risks.

## Contribution

Reports two new cases of compartment syndrome in children due to glucose acetate Ringer’s solution infiltration.

## Key findings

- Two children developed dorsal hand and forearm compartment syndrome from glucose acetate Ringer’s solution.
- One child required a releasing incision to treat the condition.
- The study emphasizes the need for caution in using glucose acetate Ringer’s solution in children.

## Abstract

Compartment syndrome caused by glucose acetate Ringer’s solution in children has not been sufficiently reported. We report the cases of two children who developed compartment syndrome of the dorsum of the hand and forearm after receiving only glucose acetate Ringer’s solution during hospitalization, with one case requiring a releasing incision. In recent years, glucose acetate Ringer’s solution has been frequently used for maintenance infusion. However, it is not always safe and should be used with caution due to the risk of serious side effects caused by infiltration.