This review will describe the definitions on intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and
abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS). In order to understand these definitions the …

Intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is a physiological parameter that has gained considerable
attention during the last few decades. The incidence of complications arising from increased …

The recent definitions on intra-abdominal pressure (IAP), intra-abdominal volume (IAV) and
abdominal compliance (Cab) are a step forward in understanding these important concepts …

Over the last few decades, increasing attention has been paid to understanding the
pathophysiology, aetiology, prognosis, and treatment of elevated intra-abdominal pressure …

Although mechanical ventilation may be a patient's vital ally during acute illness, it can
quickly transform into an enemy during chronic conditions. The weaning process is the …

Objetivo: Avaliar a frequência de hipertensão intra-abdominal no paciente grande
queimado e sua associação com a ocorrência de injúria renal aguda. Métodos: Estudo de …

Background Intra-abdominal hypertension is a comorbid condition in critically ill children, is
an independent predictor of mortality, and has harmful effects on multiple organ systems …

Background Non-invasive ventilation is a well-established treatment modality in patients
with respiratory failure of different aetiologies. A previous case report described how non …

Worldwide incidence of obesity is increasing and impaired outcome in postoperative
patients has been described. Antibiotic prescribing is complicated by different pharmacology …

Purpose: Gastrointestinal dysfunction and failure (GID and GIF) in critically ill patients are a
common, relevant, and underestimated complications in ICU patients. The aims of this study …