ABSTRACT

First suggested in 1863 by Marey, abdominal compartment syndrome, (ACS), is a constellation of the physiologic sequelae of increased intra-abdominal pressure, (IAP), termed intra-abdominal hypertension, (IAH). Recent observations suggest an increasing frequency of this complication in all types of patients, neonates to the elderly and in diverse cl

chapter 2|11 pages

Definitions

chapter 4|13 pages

Abdominal Perfusion Pressure

chapter 10|6 pages

Intra-Abdominal Hypertension and the Liver

chapter 20|14 pages

Continuous Negative Abdominal Pressure