THE INFLUENCE OF INTRA-ABDOMINAL HYPERTENSION ON THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM: CURRENT INSIGHTS AND CLINICAL RECOMMENDATIONS, IS IT ALL IN THE HEAD?

Abstract

A close relationship between IAP and ICP has been observed in several animal and human studies. The clinical impact of this association is dependent on the baseline ICP and the compensatory reserve of the patient. Some studies have reported good results in treating refractory ICH by abdominal decompression in patients with concomitant IAH. Monitoring of IAP and ICP in risk patients is essential.