The cardio-respiratory effects of intra-abdominal hypertension: Considerations for critical care nursing practice

Intra-abdominal hypertension can be classified as either primary or secondary. Primary intra-abdominal hypertension is often associated through trauma or diseases of the abdominopelvic region such as pancreatitis or abdominal surgery, while secondary intra-abdominal hypertension is the result of extra-abdominal causes such as sepsis or burns. The critically ill patient offers some challenges in monitoring in particular secondaryintra-abdominal hypertension because of the effects of fluid resuscitation, the use of inotropes and positive pressure ventilation.
Source: Intensive and Critical Care Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research