Intra–abdominal hypertension and Abdominal compartment syndrome: a review

Dr Sunita; Dr. CM Upadhyay

Volume : VI, Issue : V, May - 2016

Intra–abdominal hypertension and Abdominal compartment syndrome: a review

Dr Sunita, Dr. Cm Upadhyay

Abstract :

Patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) are at risk of developing of intra–abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS). Aim: This review seeks to define IAH and ACS, identify the aetiology and presentation of IAH and ACS, identify IAP measurement techniques, identify current management and discuss the implications of IAH and ACS for nursing practice. A search of the electronic databases was done. Data derived from the retrieved material are discussed under the following themes: (1) etiology of intra–abdominal hypertension; (2) strategies for measuring intra–abdominal pressure (3) the manifestation of abdominal compartment syndrome;and (4) the importance of nursing assessment, observation and interventions. Intra–abdominal pressure (IAP) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) have the potential to alter organ perfusion and compromise organ function.