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n. The cutting of the fascia to relieve tension or pressure (and treat the resulting loss of circulation to an area of tissue or muscle).

n. In surgery, operation for the division of a fascia.

"We're obligated to do a procedure called a fasciotomy where the skin and the muscle is opened to relieve pressure."

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