This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Important complications in orthopaedics, Subject name: Orthopaedics
In Volkman&;s contracture surgery should be done within 
Select and explain. 
A. 1 hour, B. 6 hours, C. 24 hours, D. 72 hours
B: 6 hours
Answer: B: 6 hours 
Explanation: In volkmans contracture surgery should be done within 6 hours. A close watch for an impending compament syndrome and effective early preventive measures like limb elevation, active finger movements etc. can prevent this serious complication. Early surgical decompression is necessary in established cases. Ref essential ohopaedic maheshwari and mhaskar 9/e p 47