Elevated Intra-abdominal Pressure: A Review of Current Knowledge

Overview

Journal World J Clin Cases

Publisher Baishideng Publishing Group

Specialty General Medicine

Date 2022 Jun 1

PMID 35647129

Authors

Piotr Lagosz

Mateusz Sokolski

Jan Biegus

Agnieszka Tycinska

Robert Zymlinski

Affiliations

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Abstract

Elevated intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is a known cause of increased morbidity and mortality among critically ill patients. Intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome can lead to rapid deterioration of organ function and the development of multiple organ failure. Raised IAP affects every system and main organ in the human body. Even marginally sustained IAH results in malperfusion and may disrupt the process of recovery. Yet, despite being so common, this potentially lethal condition often goes unnoticed. In 2004, the World Society of the Abdominal Compartment Syndrome, an international multidisciplinary consensus group, was formed to provide unified definitions, improve understanding and promote research in this field. Simple, reliable and nearly costless standardized methods of non-invasive measurement and monitoring of bladder pressure allow early recognition of IAH and timely optimized management. The correct, structured approach to treatment can have a striking effect and fully restore homeostasis. In recent years, significant progress has been made in this area with the contribution of surgeons, internal medicine specialists and anesthesiologists. Our review focuses on recent advances in order to present the complex underlying pathophysiology and guidelines concerning diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of this life-threatening condition.

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