You should be able to:
- Define intrabdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS)
- Grade the severity of IAH
- Summarise the causes of ACS
- Explain the effects of ACS on other organ systems
- Outline methods available for measuring intrabdominal pressure
- Describe the management of IAH and ACS including medical and surgical care
The Guidewire
Guidelines
Review Articles
- Papavramidis, J Emerg Trauma Shock (2011); Abdominal compartment syndrome – Intra-abdominal hypertension: Defining, diagnosing, and managing
- Cheatham, S Journal Trauma, Resus & Em Med (2009); Review Article - Abdominal Compartment Syndrome - Pathophysiology and Definitions
- Bailey, Critical Care (2000); Abdominal compartment syndrome