Abdominal compartment syndrome
Current Opinion in Critical CarePublished 1 April 2009
Michael L. Cheatham
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Liberal IAP measurement in the presence of known risk factors combined with implementation of an evolving and comprehensive resuscitation strategy have resulted in significant improvements in both short and long-term outcome for patients who develop IAH/ACS.
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Liberal IAP measurement in the presence of known risk factors combined with implementation of an evolving and comprehensive resuscitation strategy have resulted in significant improvements in both short and long-term outcome for patients who develop IAH/ACS. All clinicians should be aware of the risk factors that predict development of IAH/ACS, the appropriate measurement of IAP, and the current resuscitation options for managing these highly morbid syndromes.
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