Is it feasible to measure intra-abdominal pressure using a balloon-tipped rectal catheter? Results of a validation study.

ABSTRACT: The gold standard to measure intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is intra-vesical measurement via the urinary bladder. However, this technique is restricted in ambulatory settings because of the risk of iatrogenic urinary tract infections. Rectal IAP measurements (IAP_rect) may overcome these limitations, but requires validation. This validation study compares the IAP_rect technique against gold standard intra-vesical IAP measurements (IAP_ves). IAP_rect using an air-filled balloon catheter and IAP_ves using Foley Manometer Low Volume were measured simultaneously in sedated and ventilated patients. Measurements were performed twice in different positions (supine and HOB 45° elevated head of bed) and with an external abdominal pressure belt. Sixt

SUBMITTER: Staelens AS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9852189 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature