Can the abdominal perimeter be used as an accurate estimation of intra-abdominal pressure? Vrije Universiteit Brussel
INTRODUCTION: Intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is an important parameter and prognostic indicator of the patient's underlying physiologic status. Correct IAP measurement, therefore, is crucial. Most of the direct and indirect techniques are not free from risks and require some time and skills. This study looks at the possibility of using the abdominal perimeter (AP) as a quick estimation for IAP.
METHODS: In total, 237 paired measurements ...