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Critical Care Medicine
Researchers from Logan College of Chiropractic, Medical Department detail findings in critical care medicine
August 20th, 2008
According to recent research from the United States, "The intravesical method has been validated and is considered the gold standard for indirect intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) measurements. In adults, a standard volume (25 mL) is instilled into the bladder to measure IAP." "However, the optimal volume for accurate IAP measurements in children has not been well studied and using inappropriate volumes could give erroneous IAP readings. To determine the normal IAP in critically ill children and the optimal volume for IAP measurement by the intravesical method in this population. Prospective observational study. Tertiary pediatric intensive care unit. Ninety-six...
Source: Fitness & Wellness Business Week (2008-08-20)
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