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The document discusses intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS). It defines IAH as an intra-abdominal pressure above 12 mmHg and grades it from I to IV based on pressure. ACS occurs when pressure is above 20 mmHg and is associated with organ dysfunction. Risk factors for developing IAH/ACS include trauma, pancreatitis, fluid resuscitation, and abdominal surgery. Symptoms include abdominal pain and decreased urine output. Treatment involves conservative fluid management, se

Author

Prateek Vaswani

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EN